Post Stock Login Register

JIS G4305 SUS304N2 vs ASTM A959 SS304

Close Alternative — 82.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4305 SUS304N2 (JIS G4305:2012) and ASTM A959 SS304 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. JIS G4305 SUS304N2 is typically used for cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip, while ASTM A959 SS304 is commonly used for food processing, chemical equipment, kitchen equipment. JIS G4305 SUS304N2 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A959 SS304 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, JIS G4305 SUS304N2 vs ASTM A959 SS304 is a 82.9% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a close alternative overall at 82.9%.

Frequently Compared With JIS G4305 SUS304N2:
ASTM A959 .- GB/T 3280 06Cr19Ni10 EN 10088-1 1.4845 IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr13H GOST 5632 06Kh23N28 GOST 5632 08X18H10 EN 10088-1 1.4006 EN 10088-1 1.4301 EN 10088-1 1.4401 IS 1570 (Part 7) 11Cr17Ni13W3TiH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoH IS 1570 (Part 7) 12Cr12MoVH
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
82.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
82.9%
Specifications
Property JIS G4305 SUS304N2 ASTM A959 SS304
Standard JIS G4305:2012 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.08 <=0.07
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=2.50 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.045 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Ni (%) 7.50-10.50 8.0-11.0
Cr (%) 18.00-20.00 17.5-19.5
N (%) 0.15-0.30 Not specified
Nb (%) <=0.15 Not specified
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property JIS G4305 SUS304N2 ASTM A959 SS304
Tensile Strength >=690 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=345 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=35% Not specified
Hardness <=248 HB Not specified
Condition Solution heat treated plate and strip; 0.2 percent proof strength applies only when specified by the purchaser Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4305 SUS304N2
Cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip
ASTM A959 SS304
Food processing, chemical equipment, kitchen equipment
Key Differences
Can JIS G4305 SUS304N2 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS304?
JIS G4305 SUS304N2 and ASTM A959 SS304 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
JIS G4305 SUS304N2
No active listings currently.
ASTM A959 SS304
Sheet → (22 listings)
Thickness: 2–6 mm (0.08–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–4100 mm (98.43–161.42 in)
Round Bar → (6 listings)
Diameter: 50–65 mm (1.97–2.56 in)
Length: 2500–6900 mm (98.43–271.65 in)
Plate → (6 listings)
Thickness: 8–12 mm (0.31–0.47 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2500–3800 mm (98.43–149.61 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G4305 SUS304N2
0 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A959 SS304
34 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4305 SUS304N2 and ASTM A959 SS304?
JIS G4305 SUS304N2 specifies N, Nb which are not specified for ASTM A959 SS304.
Can JIS G4305 SUS304N2 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS304?
JIS G4305 SUS304N2 and ASTM A959 SS304 are a close alternative rather than a direct substitute. Some properties overlap well, but check the specific chemistry and mechanical rows above against your application's requirements before treating them as interchangeable.