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Duplex Stainless Steels

Duplex stainless steels have a ferritic-austenitic microstructure, in roughly equal proportions 50% ferrite and 50% austenite. Duplex combines many of the attractive properties of ferritic and austenitic stainless steels into one.

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Different variants for Duplex

Duplex stainless steels are designed to provide better corrosion resistance, in particular to stress corrosion and pitting corrosion. The microstructure leads to higher strength than standard austenitic stainless steels such as Type 304 or 316. Duplex stainless steels have become more and more popular in recent years. There are several variants available, such as Duplex 2205, Superduplex 2507 or lean duplex with lower nickel content.

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Seamless stainless steel tubing

RathGibson, a manufacturer of welded, welded and drawn, and seamless stainless steel, nickel, and titanium tubing, offers seamless stainless steel tubing through Greenville Tube Co. located in Clarksville, Arkansas, USA.

Duplex for offshore industry

Sandvik has increased the range of heavy wall pipes available as part of its standard stock program, with the duplex stainless steel heavy wall pipes in Sandvik SAF 2205.

UAE: desalination project

Doosan has selected Outokumpu as the major supplier of duplex stainless steel for its Shuweihat 2 desalination water and power project in UAE.

In-Line U-Bend manufacturing center

RathGibson, a manufacturer of welded, welded and drawn, and seamless stainless steel, nickel, and titanium tubing, has incorporated an in-line U-Bend manufacturing center into their Janesville, Wisconsin facility.

Erratum: Weir Materials bought by Rolled Alloys

Weir Materials has announced that it has been bought by Rolled Alloys and will trade as RA Materials.

Stainless Steel World Conference & Exhibition 2009

The 6th biennial Stainless Steel World Conference & Exhibition 2009 will be held 10 November until 12 November, in Maastricht, The Netherlands.

Impala Platinum wins awards

Impala Platinum Refineries Ltd has been named the overall winner of the Stainless Steel Awards 2008, held in South Africa.

Stainless chemical tankers

Outokumpu’s plate prefabrication and surface-treatment capabilities have been put to work on two 9400dwt full-stainless steel chemical tankers under construction for the Italy-based shipowner Finbeta SpA.

Outokumpu supplies Mondi Syktyvkar

Outokumpu has been chosen as the exclusive supplier of stainless steel piping for an extensive modernization and expansion at the Mondi Syktyvkar pulp and paper mill complex in Russia.

Outokumpu piping deal

Outokumpu is the exclusive supplier of stainless steel piping for an extensive modernization and expansion at the Mondi Syktyvkar pulp and paper mill complex in Russia, in a rare direct supply to an end user within the industry.


The advantages of Duplex Stainless Steels

Corrosion Resistance: Duplex stainless steel has excellent corrosion resistance due to its high chromium and molybdenum content. It is particularly resistant to stress corrosion cracking and pitting, which makes it suitable for use in harsh environments.

Strength: Duplex stainless steel is much stronger than conventional austenitic stainless steels, which allows for thinner and lighter constructions without sacrificing durability.

Toughness: Duplex stainless steel has a high toughness, which means it is resistant to brittle fracture and impact. This property makes it suitable for use in cryogenic applications.

Cost-effectiveness: Although duplex stainless steel is more expensive than conventional austenitic stainless steels, its superior properties can lead to cost savings in the long run by reducing maintenance and downtime.

Versatility: Duplex stainless steel can be used in a wide range of applications, including chemical processing, oil and gas, marine, and pulp and paper industries. It is also used in construction and architecture due to its aesthetic appeal.