s32304 Stainless Steel Bar
Introduction
s32304 stainless steel is a duplex stainless steel grade that combines excellent corrosion resistance with high strength. The unique composition of this material offers a blend of properties that make it ideal for applications where both corrosion resistance and mechanical strength are critical.
Chemical Composition
Chromium (Cr):22.0 - 24.0%
Nickel (Ni):3.5 - 5.5%
Molybdenum (Mo):0.05 - 0.60%
Nitrogen (N):0.05 - 0.20%
Carbon (C):≤ 0.03%
Manganese (Mn):≤ 2.00%
Silicon (Si):≤ 1.00%
Phosphorus (P):≤ 0.035%
Sulfur (S):≤ 0.015%
Key Properties
Corrosion Resistance:s32304 stainless steel exhibits excellent resistance to general corrosion, pitting, and crevice corrosion, particularly in chloride environments.
Strength:The duplex microstructure of s32304 stainless steel provides high mechanical strength, making it stronger than conventional austenitic stainless steels.
Weldability:s32304 stainless steel has good weldability, and its low carbon content minimizes the risk of intergranular corrosion in welded structures.
Toughness:This grade maintains good toughness, even in low temperatures.
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength:600 - 800 MPa
Yield Strength:400 - 600 MPa
Elongation:≥ 25%
Hardness:≤ 280 HB
Applications
s32304 stainless steel bars are used in a wide range of applications where high strength and corrosion resistance are required. Common uses include:
Structural components in the oil and gas industry
Chemical processing equipment
Heat exchangers
Pressure vessels
Marine and coastal environments
Pulp and paper industry
Standards and Specifications
ASTM/AISI:UNS S32304
EN:1.4362
DIN:X2CrNiN23-4
JIS:SUS2304
GB:00Cr23Ni4N
Advantages
Excellent resistance to stress corrosion cracking
High mechanical strength
Good weldability without the need for post-weld heat treatment
Lower cost compared to higher-alloyed grades like 2205 and 2507
Conclusion
s32304 stainless steel bars offer a unique combination of corrosion resistance, strength, and cost-effectiveness, making them suitable for a variety of industrial applications. Their versatility and durability ensure reliable performance in challenging environments.
Common Surfaces
Stainless Steel Standards Comparison Table
STS |
USA |
UNS |
CHINA |
EURONORM |
RUSSIA |
SWEDISH |
JAPANESE |
GRADE |
AISI/ASTM |
NO |
GB |
NO |
NAME |
GOST |
SS |
JIS |
201 |
201 |
S20100 |
12Cr17Mn6Ni5N |
1.4372 |
- |
- |
- |
SUS 201 |
301 |
301 |
S30100 |
12Cr17Ni7 |
1.4310 |
X 12 CrNi 17 7 |
- |
2331 |
SUS 301 |
303 |
303 |
S30300 |
1Cr18Ni9MoZr |
1.4305 |
X 10 CrNiS 18 9 |
- |
2346 |
SUS 303 |
304 |
304 |
S30400 |
06Cr18Ni9 |
1.4301 |
X 6 CrNi 18 10 |
08KH18N10 06KH18N11 |
2332 |
SUS 304 |
304L |
304L |
S30403 |
022Cr19Ni10 |
1.4307 |
X 3 CrNi 18 10 |
03KH18N11 |
2352 |
SUS 304L |
316 |
316 |
S31600 |
0Cr17Ni12Mo2 |
1.4401 |
X 6 CrNiMo 17 12 2 |
- |
2347 |
SUS 316 |
316L |
316L |
S31603 |
022Cr17Ni12Mo2 |
1.4404 |
X 3 CrNiMo 17 12 2 |
- |
2348 |
SUS 316L |
316Ti |
316Ti |
S31635 |
0Cr18Ni12Mo2Ti |
1.4571 |
X 6 CrNiMoTi 17 12 2 |
08KH17N13M2T 10KH17N13M2T |
2350 |
- |
321 |
321 |
S32100 |
0Cr18Ni11Ti |
1.4541/1.4878 |
X 6 CrNiTi 18 10 |
12KH18N10T |
2337 |
SUS 321 |
347 |
347 |
S34709 |
0Cr18Ni11Nb |
1.4550 |
X 6 CrNiNb 18 10 |
- |
2338 |
SUS 347 |
309S |
309S |
S30908 |
0Cr23N13 |
1.4833 |
X 6 CrNi 22 13 |
20KH23N18 |
- |
SUS 309S |
310S |
310S |
S31008 |
06Cr25Ni20 |
1.4842 |
X 6 CrNi 25 20 |
20KH25N20S2 |
2361 |
SUS 310S |
416 |
416 |
S41600 |
Y1Cr13 |
1.4005 |
X12CrS13 |
- |
2380 |
SUS 416 |
2205 |
2205 |
S32205/S31803 |
00Cr22Ni5Mo3N |
1.4462 |
X2CrNiMoN22-5-3 |
02Ch22N5AM2 |
2377 |
SUS 329J3L |
2507 |
2507 |
S32750 |
00Cr25Ni7Mo4N |
1.4410 |
X 2 CrNiMoN 25-7-4 |
- |
- |
- |
904L |
904L |
N08904 |
- |
1.4539 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
254SMO |
254SMO |
S31254 |
- |
1.4547 |
X1CrNiMoCuN20-18-7 |
- |
2378 |
- |
253MA |
253MA |
S30815 |
- |
1.4835 |
X9CrNiSiNCe21-11-2 |
- |
2368 |
- |
17-4PH/630 |
17-4PH/630 |
S17400 |
0Cr17Ni4Cu4Nb |
1.4542 |
X5CrNiCuNb16-4 |
05Ch16N4D2B |
- |
SUS630 |