| Grade |
BS970/
1449 designation
|
Description |
Max.
service
temp. |
| 1.4016 |
430
|
A
ferritic grade containing 17% chrome. Has a fairly good resistance
to corrosion. Used mainly for decorative household and vehicle
trim. Available in sheet, strip and coil |
800°
C |
| 1.4301 |
304
|
An
18% chrome and 8% nickel austenic grade which gives a higher
corrosion resistance compared with normal chrome alloys. Reduced
carbon increases resistance to inter-granular corrosion after
welding Available in all forms. |
800°
C |
| 1.4305 |
303
|
Free
machining alloy. By the addition of sulphur or selenium the
machinability is greatly improved. Available in rod only |
800°
C |
| 1.4307 |
304
S11
304L
|
As
1.4301 but with carbon limited to .03% max which reduces corrosion
after welding. Available in all forms |
800°
C |
| 1.4531 |
321
|
Contains
titanium, which is added in proportion to the carbon content.
This prevent inter-granular corrosion after welding . Can
be used in higher temperatures than most austenitic grades. |
850°
C |
| 1.4404 |
316L
|
Contains
molybdenum, which greatly improves its corrosion resistance.
Used for applications where toxic solutions may attack the
metal. Available in all forms |
800°
C |
