Mechanical Properties of Austenitic Stainless Steel S30403, 00Cr19Ni10
Introduction
Austenitic stainless steel S30403, 00Cr19Ni10 belongs to the 300 series of austenitic stainless steels and is one of the most widely used stainless steels due to its good balance of corrosion resistance and formability. This grade of stainless steel offers improved weldability and higher tensile strength and it is typically used for chemical processing vessels and components, food-processing equipment, and various marine and architectural applications. This steel is therefore often found in a wide range of products from petrochemical industries to home kitchenware and appliances.
Properties
Generally, austenitic stainless steel S30403, 00Cr19Ni10 has excellent mechanical characteristics as listed in Table 1, such as high tensile strength, yield strength, elongation and hardness. This grade of stainless steel has good work hardening characteristics to ensure good formability.
Table 1: Mechanical properties of S30403, 00Cr19Ni10
Property Value
Tensile strength 550 MPa
Yield strength 310 MPa
Elongation (%) 50-65
Hardness (HRB) ≤80
Good corrosion resistance, cryogenic toughness and low magnetic permeability makes this stainless steel a good choice for use in many environments. In addition, austenitic stainless steel S30403, 00Cr19Ni10 has excellent weldability provided that the correct filler metals are used and suitable welding processes employed. The weldability of this steel can be improved further by preheating and post heating during the welding process.
Conclusion
In conclusion, austenitic stainless steel S30403, 00Cr19Ni10 is a versatile, corrosion-resistant alloy with excellent formability and weldability. Its good balance of performance properties such as high tensile strength, yield strength, elongation and hardness makes it one of the most widely used stainless steels. Its good corrosion resistance, cryogenic toughness and low magnetic permeability also make it suitable for many different applications.
