Stainless steel 1.4057 431
Everything you need to know about martensitic stainless steel, highly corrosion resistant X17CrNi16-2, 1.4057 431, SS2321, ASTM 431
What is Grade 1.4057 431 Stainless Steel?
Grade 1.4057 431 stainless steel is a martensitic steel with high tensile strength. It is also easy to process and weldable. If you are looking for corrosion-resistant steel that can withstand strong oxidizing acids, e.g. nitric acid, stainless steel grade 1.4057 431 is perfect.
Grade 1.4057 431 stainless steel has the following properties:
- Good corrosion resistance
- High tensile strength
- Resistant to strong oxidizing acids
Why use stainless steel 1.4057 431?
Firstly, 1.4057 431 stainless steel grades have good machinability and tensile strength, which can be widely used. Additionally, the stainless-steel grade is weldable and easier to machine than traditional austenitic steel grades.
Steel is also magnetic under certain conditions.
What is the chemical composition of stainless steel 1.4057 431?
The chemical composition of stainless steel 1.4057 431 is:
| 1.4057 431 steel chemical element | % present |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.12 to 0.22% |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 1.50% |
| Silicon (Si) [Max] | 1.00% |
| Chromium (Cr) | 15 to 17% |
| Nickel (Ni) | 1.5 to 2.5% |
| Phosphorus (P) [Max] | 0.040% |
| Sulphur (S) [Max] | ≤ 0.030% |
How to work with 1.4057 431 steels
| 1.4057 431 steel hot work and heat treatment temperature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Forming °C | Soft Annealing °C | Quenching °C | Tempering °C |
| 1100 to 800 | 680 to 800 | 950 to 1050 | 750 to 800 |
| Slow cooling | Cooling with Furn., Air | Cooling with Oil, Air | |
Applications made of stainless steel 1.4057 431
The main applications of stainless steel 1.4057 431 include:
- fittings
- screws
- peanuts
- Piston rods
- Agitators
- propeller shafts
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