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What is EN 1.4541 stainless steel material?

What is EN 1.4541 stainless steel material?

EN 1.4541 stainless steel is a titanium-stabilized austenitic stainless steel with excellent corrosion resistance, good high-temperature strength, and weldability. It is commonly used in demanding applications such as aerospace and chemical processing. It has different names in different countries, such as 0Cr18Ni10Ti in China or UNS S32100/321 stainless steel in the United States.

 

What is AMS 5645 material?

AMS 5645 is a material specification for 321 stainless steel, a titanium-stabilized austenitic stainless steel used in aerospace and other industries. It is known for its good corrosion resistance, high strength, and toughness after heat treatment, and is used for applications that require components to be subject to high temperatures or cyclic heating and cooling.

 

1.4541 material equivalent asme

The ASME equivalent for the European material 1.4541 (also known as X6CrNiTi18-10) is UNS S32100, which corresponds to AISI 321 stainless steel. This is a direct equivalent with the same chemical and mechanical properties. It is an austenitic stainless steel stabilized with titanium for use in high-temperature applications.

Standard System Equivalent Grade
AISI / ASTM (USA) AISI 321 / UNS S32100
EN / DIN (Europe) 1.4541 / X6CrNiTi18-10
BS (UK) 321S31
JIS (Japan) SUS321

 

What are the components of material 1.4541?

1.4541 material (also known as AISI 321) is a titanium-stabilized austenitic stainless steel with a main composition of 17.0-19.0% chromium and 9.0-12.0% nickel, and titanium added at least five times the carbon content (5×C%) to prevent intergranular corrosion.

Element Composition (%)
Carbon (C) ≤ 0.08
Silicon (Si) ≤ 1.00
Manganese (Mn) ≤ 2.00
Phosphorus (P) ≤ 0.045
Sulfur (S) ≤ 0.030
Chromium (Cr) 17.0 - 19.0
Nickel (Ni) 9.0 - 12.0
Titanium (Ti) 5×C - 0.70
Nitrogen (N) ≤ 0.10
Iron (Fe) Balance

 

What is the yield strength of 1.4541 SS?

The yield strength of 1.4541 stainless steel is at least 190 MPa to 210 MPa, with the specific value depending on the standard. Some sources indicate that its 0.2% yield strength ranges from 180 MPa to 225 MPa.

Property Value
Tensile Strength (Rm) 520 - 720 MPa
Yield Strength (Rp0.2) ≥ 205 MPa
Elongation (A5) ≥ 40%
Hardness (HB) ≤ 215
Impact Energy (KV) ≥ 60 J (at 20°C)
Young's Modulus 200 GPa
Fatigue Limit 240 MPa (107 cycles)
Poisson's Ratio 0.30

 

What is the density of 1.4541 SS?

The density of stainless steel 1.4541 (also known as AISI 321) is 7.9 g/cm³ or 7.9 kg/dm³ (which is the same value). This is equivalent to approximately 7900 kg/m³.

Property Value
Density 7.90 g/cm³
Melting Point 1400 - 1425°C
Thermal Conductivity (20°C) 16.2 W/m·K
Thermal Expansion (20-100°C) 16.6×10-6/K
Specific Heat Capacity 500 J/kg·K
Electrical Resistivity (20°C) 0.72 µΩ·m
Magnetic Permeability 1.02 (Non-magnetic)
Thermal Diffusivity 4.1×10-6 m²/s

 

Corrosion Resistance:

AISI 321 (1.4541, X6CrNiTi18-10) material exhibits good corrosion resistance. Its corrosion resistance is particularly outstanding in low-chlorine, low-salt natural environments, with PREN values ​​between 17.0 and 19.0. When in contact with oxygenated water, a protective passivation layer forms on the surface; as long as this passivation layer remains intact, its corrosion resistance under normal atmospheric conditions is further enhanced.

 

Weldability:
AISI 321 stainless steel (1.4541, X6CrNiTi18-10) has excellent weldability and is suitable for all welding processes, such as TIG welding, MIG welding, MAG welding, and arc welding.

 

What is the difference between 1.4541 stainless steel and 1.4571 ?

While both are stabilized with titanium to improve high-temperature performance, 1.4571's extra molybdenum makes it suitable for more demanding, corrosive environments like those with saltwater, while 1.4541 is a cost-effective choice for less aggressive applications.

 

What is the difference between 1.4541 stainless steel and 1.4301 ?

The main difference is that 1.4541 (AISI 321) is titanium-stabilized stainless steel, while 1.4301 (AISI 304) is not. This makes 1.4541 superior for applications involving welding or high-temperature exposure (425-815°C) because the titanium prevents chromium carbide formation and subsequent intergranular corrosion. 1.4301 is suitable for general-purpose, lower-temperature applications where welding is not a primary concern.

 

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Specification Available Options
Product Forms Round bars, flat bars, sheets, plates, tubes, pipes, wire, forgings
Round Bar Diameter 6mm - 300mm
Flat Bar Dimensions 10×3mm - 150×50mm
Sheet Thickness 0.4mm - 6.0mm
Plate Thickness 6mm - 100mm
Tube Outer Diameter 6mm - 219mm
Standards EN 10088, ASTM A240, A276, A312, JIS G4303, G4304
Surface Finish Hot rolled, cold rolled, bright annealed, pickled, polished
Tolerance Class h9, h11 (bars), ±0.1mm (sheets/plates)

1.4541 321 stainless steel

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