JIS G4305 SUS434 vs ASTM A959 SS316

Related Material — 69.9% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

JIS G4305 SUS434 (JIS G4305:2012) and ASTM A959 SS316 (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Stainless Steel category. JIS G4305 SUS434 is typically used for cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip, while ASTM A959 SS316 is commonly used for marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment. JIS G4305 SUS434 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while ASTM A959 SS316 is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.

As per chemical composition, JIS G4305 SUS434 vs ASTM A959 SS316 is a 77.5% match. Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored. Combined, this makes them a related material overall at 69.9%.

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Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
77.5%
MECHANICAL MATCH
No shared data
OVERALL
69.9%
Specifications
Property JIS G4305 SUS434 ASTM A959 SS316
Standard JIS G4305:2012 ASTM A959:2011
Category Stainless Steel Stainless Steel
C (%) <=0.12 <=0.08
Si (%) <=1.00 <=1.00
Mn (%) <=1.00 <=2.00
P (%) <=0.040 <=0.045
S (%) <=0.030 <=0.030
Cr (%) 16.00-18.00 16.0-18.0
Mo (%) 0.75-1.25 2.00-3.00
Ni (%) <=0.60 10.0-14.0
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 SUS434 ASTM A959 SS316
Tensile Strength >=450 MPa Not specified
Yield Strength >=205 MPa Not specified
Elongation >=22% Not specified
Hardness <=183 HB Not specified
Condition Annealed plate and strip; proof strength applies only when specified by the purchaser Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4305 SUS434
Cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip
ASTM A959 SS316
Marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing equipment
Can JIS G4305 SUS434 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 SS316?
JIS G4305 SUS434 and ASTM A959 SS316 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.
Forms & Sizes Available on M-EX
JIS G4305 SUS434
No active listings currently.
ASTM A959 SS316
Sheet → (24 listings)
Thickness: 2–6 mm (0.08–0.24 in)
Width: 1250–1250 mm (49.21–49.21 in)
Length: 2500–4000 mm (98.43–157.48 in)
Plate → (6 listings)
Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 2600–4200 mm (102.36–165.35 in)
Round Bar → (3 listings)
Diameter: 40–40 mm (1.57–1.57 in)
Length: 2500–4200 mm (98.43–165.35 in)
On M-EX Right Now
JIS G4305 SUS434
0 active listings and RFQs →
ASTM A959 SS316
33 active listings and RFQs →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between JIS G4305 SUS434 and ASTM A959 SS316?
Both grades share a similar composition profile; see the specification table above for the exact chemistry and mechanical property values.
Can JIS G4305 SUS434 be substituted with ASTM A959 SS316?
JIS G4305 SUS434 and ASTM A959 SS316 share some compositional similarity but differ enough that substitution should not be assumed. Review the differences above carefully, and consult the applicable standard or a metallurgist before using one in place of the other.