Stainless Steel 18-8
Stainless steel 18/8 is made of 18% chromium and 8% nickel, among other elements. Due to its strength and resistance to oxidation, this grade of stainless steel is very versatile. It is used extensively in the food processing industry, kitchen components, architectural elements, automobile parts, as well as in medical devices. It can endure extreme surroundings, high temperatures, and intense mechanical pressure. Perfect for configuring highly reliable and durable components.
Specifications for Stainless Steel 18-8
| Standard | AISI (UNS) | C, ≤ (%) | Si, ≤ (%) | Mn, ≤ (%) | P, ≤ (%) | S, ≤ (%) | Cr (%) | Ni (%) | N, ≤ (%) | Product |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM A240/A240M | 304 (UNS S30400) | 0.07 | 0.75 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 17.5-19.5 | 8.0-10.5 | 0.1 | Plate, Sheet, and Strip |
| ASTM A276A/276M | 0.08 | 1 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 18.0-20.0 | 8.0-11.0 | – | Bars and Shapes |
| Standard | AISI (UNS) | Tensile Strength (MPa), ≥ | Yield Strength (MPa), ≥ | Elongation in 50 mm (%, ≥) | Reduction of Area (%, ≥) | Brinell Hardness (HBW), ≤ | Rockwell Hardness (HRBW), ≤ | Product | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM A240/A240M | 304 (UNS S30400) | 515 | 205 | 40 | – | 201 | 92 | Plate, Sheet, and Strip | – |
| ASTM A276A/276M | 515 | 205 | 40 | 50 | – | – | Bars and Shapes | Hot finished | |
| 620 | 310 | 30 | 40 | – | – | Bars and Shapes | Cold finished, Dia ≤ 12.7mm | ||
| 515 | 205 | 30 | 40 | – | – | Bars and Shapes | Cold finished, Dia > 12.7mm |
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