Minimal Match — 35% match
based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.
KS D3566 STS304 (KS D3566:2021) and ASTM A959 .- (ASTM A959:2011) are both steel grades.
Both fall under the Stainless Steel category.
KS D3566 STS304 is typically used for chemical equipment, food processing machinery, kitchen equipment, architectural applications, storage tanks., while ASTM A959 .- is commonly used for wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1).
KS D3566 STS304 is defined under Korean Industrial Standards (KS), originating from South Korea, while ASTM A959 .- is defined under ASTM International, originating from United States.
As per chemical composition, KS D3566 STS304 vs ASTM A959 .- is a 75.6% match.
Mechanical property data is not available for both grades, so this factor could not be scored.
Combined, this makes them a minimal match overall at 35%.
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Wrought stainless steel products; recommended composition limits for adoption by product standards (clause 1.1)
Key Differences
ASTM A959 .- specifies Cb, N, Ti which are not specified for KS D3566 STS304.
Can KS D3566 STS304 Be Substituted With ASTM A959 .-?
KS D3566 STS304 and ASTM A959 .- 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.
What is the difference between KS D3566 STS304 and ASTM A959 .-?
ASTM A959 .- specifies Cb, N, Ti which are not specified for KS D3566 STS304.
Can KS D3566 STS304 be substituted with ASTM A959 .-?
KS D3566 STS304 and ASTM A959 .- 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.