Close Alternative — 83.2% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4305 SUS316J1L (JIS G4305:2012) and BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11 (BS 970 (Part 3):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
JIS G4305 SUS316J1L is typically used for cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip, while BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11 is commonly used for bright cold finished bars (cold drawn, turned or precision ground) for general engineering purposes, in straight lengths; austenitic stainless and heat resisting steel (table 18).
JIS G4305 SUS316J1L is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4305 SUS316J1L vs BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11 is a 83.2% 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 83.2%.
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 SUS316J1L
BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11
Tensile Strength
>=480 MPa
Not specified
Yield Strength
>=175 MPa
Not specified
Elongation
>=40%
Not specified
Hardness
<=187 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 SUS316J1L
Cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip
BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11
Bright cold finished bars (cold drawn, turned or precision ground) for general engineering purposes, in straight lengths; austenitic stainless and heat resisting steel (Table 18)
Key Differences
JIS G4305 SUS316J1L specifies Cu which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11.
Can JIS G4305 SUS316J1L Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11?
JIS G4305 SUS316J1L and BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11 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.
What is the difference between JIS G4305 SUS316J1L and BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11?
JIS G4305 SUS316J1L specifies Cu which is not specified for BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11.
Can JIS G4305 SUS316J1L be substituted with BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11?
JIS G4305 SUS316J1L and BS 970 (Part 3) 316S11 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.