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Austenitic Stainless Steel
The most common group of stainless steels (300-series), characterized by a face-centered cubic crystal structure, excellent corrosion resistance, and non-magnetic properties in the annealed condition.
What is Austenitic Stainless Steel?
Austenitic stainless steels are the largest and most widely used group of stainless steels. They contain 16-26% chromium and 6-22% nickel, with the austenite crystal structure providing excellent formability, weldability, and corrosion resistance.
Common Grades
- 304/304L — General purpose, most common grade
- 316/316L — Molybdenum added for improved corrosion resistance
- 321 — Titanium stabilized for high-temperature service
- 347 — Niobium stabilized for high-temperature service
- 310S — Heat-resistant grade for temperatures up to 1150C