Close Alternative — 73.6% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
JIS G4305 SUS630 (JIS G4305:2012) and BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29 (BS 970 (Part 3):1991) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
JIS G4305 SUS630 is typically used for cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip, while BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29 is commonly used for bright cold finished bars (cold drawn, turned or precision ground) for general engineering purposes, in straight lengths; martensitic stainless steel (table 17).
JIS G4305 SUS630 is defined under Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS), originating from Japan, while BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29 is defined under British Standards (BS), originating from United Kingdom.
As per chemical composition, JIS G4305 SUS630 vs BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29 is a 73.6% 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 73.6%.
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 SUS630
BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29
Hardness
<=363 HB
Not specified
Condition
Solution heat treated plate and strip (no strength values specified; aged conditions are in the blocks)
Not specified
Typical Applications
JIS G4305 SUS630
Cold-rolled stainless steel plates, sheet and strip
BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29
Bright cold finished bars (cold drawn, turned or precision ground) for general engineering purposes, in straight lengths; martensitic stainless steel (Table 17)
Key Differences
JIS G4305 SUS630 specifies Cu, Nb which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29.
Can JIS G4305 SUS630 Be Substituted With BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29?
JIS G4305 SUS630 and BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29 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 SUS630 and BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29?
JIS G4305 SUS630 specifies Cu, Nb which are not specified for BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29.
Can JIS G4305 SUS630 be substituted with BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29?
JIS G4305 SUS630 and BS 970 (Part 3) 431S29 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.