1.4511 Stainless Steel
All You Need to Know About Ferritic Stainless Steel X3CrNb17, 1.4511, According to EN 10088-3
What is 1.4511 Stainless Steel Grade
The 1.4511-grade stainless steel is ferritic stainless steel that is formulated for the primary forming of wrought products. Considering ferritic stainless steel grades, the 1.4511 stainless steel grade showcases moderately high ductility. But it is non-hardenable steel that contains chromium.
The 1.4511-grade stainless steel has the following properties:
- Good corrosion resistance
- Good formability
- Good stress corrosion cracking resistance
Why use 1.4511 Stainless Steel
If you are looking for ferritic stainless steel that shows good stress corrosion cracking resistance, the 1.4511- stainless steel grade will be the right choice. Though it is non-hardenable steel, it provides practical mechanical properties which can be utilized.
What is the chemical composition of 1.4511 stainless steel?
The chemical composition of 1.4511 stainless steel is:
| 1.4511 steel chemical element | % present |
| Carbon (C) [Max] | 0.05% |
| Manganese (Mn) [Max] | 1.00% |
| Silicon (Si) [Max] | 1.00% |
| Chromium (Cr) [Max] | 16.0 to 18.0% |
| Niobium (Nb) [Max] | 1.0% |
| Phosphorus (P) [Max] | 0.040% |
| Sulphur (S) [Max] | 0.030% |
How to work with 1.4511 steel
| 1.4511 steel hot work and heat treatment temperature | ||
| Hot Forming °C | Soft Annealing °C | Melting Range °C |
| 1100 to 850 | 850 to 750 | 1500 to 1470 |
| Cooling by air | ||
1.4511 stainless steel applications
The main areas of applications of 1.4511 stainless steel include:
- Solar heaters
- Kitchenware
- Coins
- Slate hooks
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