Stainless 304, also known as 18-8 stainless, is the most common steel used in a variety of uses because of the ease in which it can be formed into various shapes. Non-magnetic and highly resistant to corrosion makes it a good all-purpose stainless.
Alloy 321 (UNS S32100) contains increased titanium for improved strength and heat resistance, making it ideal for applications range of 800 – 1500°F (427 – 816°C). It has excellent resistance to intergranular corrosion. A popular aircraft alloy.
Stainless 317 is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel with excellent corrosion resistance. (317 is a modified version of 316). Its high Molybdenum content enhances the grade’s superior pitting resistance. It is the most corrosion resistant of the 300 Series alloys and possesses the highest tensile and creep strength properties at elevated temperatures.
Of the 400 series of stainless steels, 400C has the highest carbon content and moderate corrosion resistance and can heat-treat to the highest harness of RC 60. (In contrast, 416 is normally heat treated to RC 26/32)
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