Stainless Steel

High contents of chromium, nickel, molybdenum and nitrogen give high alloyed austenitic stainless steel grades different characteristics to those of standard austenitic specifications. 904L has similar mechanical properties to the more common austenitic grades but has superior resistance to uniform corrosion. UNS S31254 provides exceptionally good resistance to uniform corrosion combined with higher strength and mechanical properties than the more common austenitic grades.

With the average chromium content of 18% and nickel content of 8% austenitic stainless steels are sometimes referred to as 18/8 (although the actual chromium and nickel content can vary from these figures). Austenitic stainless steels are non magnetic and cannot be hardened by heat treatment, though they can strain harden rapidly when cold worked.

Heat treated martensitic stainless steel grades offer high strength and hardness. Martensitic grades can be heat treated due to having higher carbon content than other types of stainless steel. Martensitic grades are less ductile than other types of stainless steel. These grades are magnetic and are best suited for applications which require good corrosion resistance with good mechanical properties.

301 spring temper rolled stainless steel available in sheet and strip. Combining high strength and hardness with corrosion resistance similar to 304.

Heat treatment is only suitable for specific grades of stainless. When heat treating a stainless the hardening temperatures, including rate of heating, cooling and soaking times will vary due to factors such as the shape and size of each  component. Other considerations during the heat treatment process include the type of furnace, quenching medium and work piece transfer facilities. Please consult your heat treatment provider for full guidance on heat treatment of stainless steel grades.

Stainless steel is available with BS EN 10204 3.1 mill certificate, please request when placing any orders.

All our stainless steel grades are supplied in accordance with our ISO 9001:2015 registration.

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