Grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu3 austenitic stainless steel, equivalently called S34888, is a premium quality stainless steel material designed for applications requiring good mechanical properties and superior pitting and stress corrosion cracking resistance. Grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu3 exhibits excellent formability and weldability, making it the preferred choice for marine, chemical processing and food applications. Additionally, the higher alloy composition of this grade makes it resistant to certain types of cracking, making it an ideal choice for more extreme chemical and mechanical environments.
Applicable Standards
Grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu3 has achieved the certification of Chinese National Standard GB/T4354-2008, as well as JIS G4306/JIS G4303-201 and ASTM A959-13.
Chemical Composition
The following table shows the chemical composition of grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu3.
%by Mass
C | ≤ 0.03
Si | ≤ 1.0
Mn | ≤ 2.0
P | ≤ 0.04
S | ≤ 0.025
Cr | 17.5-18.5
Ni | 8.5-9.5
Cu | 2.5-3.0
Mechanical Properties
The following table shows the mechanical properties of grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu3.
Tensile Strength (N/mm2) | ≥ 510
Yield Strength (N/mm2) | ≥245
Elongation (%) | ≥ 30
Hardness (HB) | ≤ 200
Heat Treatment
Grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu03 is not heat treatable.
Uses
Grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu3 is used in a variety of applications in the automotive, oil, and gas, medical, electrical, and plumbing industries. Its superior resistance to pitting and stress corrosion cracking makes it ideal for use in more extreme chemical and mechanical environments. Its superior formability and weldability also make it an optimal choice for the food, marine, and chemical processing industries.
Conclusion
Grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu3, also known as S34888, is a premium quality austenitic stainless steel designed for superior mechanical properties and superior pitting and stress corrosion resistance. Its superior corrosion resistance makes it ideal for use in more acidic and alkaline environments, while its superior formability and weldability make it suitable for use in the food, marine, and chemical processing industries. Grade 0Cr18Ni9Cu3 has achieved the certification of Chinese National Standard GB/T4354-2008, as well as JIS G4306/JIS G4303-201 and ASTM A959-13, making it a highly reliable choice for industrial applications.