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What is austenitic stainless steel?

Austenitic is a type of stainless steel alloy that contains high levels of chromium and nickel, resulting in excellent corrosion resistance, high ductility, and good weldability. It is non-magnetic and widely used in various industries, including construction, automotive, and food processing, for its desirable mechanical and chemical properties.

Advantages of austenitic stainless steel

Austenitic stainless steels offer several advantages that make them highly desirable for various applications. Some of the key advantages include:

Corrosion resistance
High ductility
Excellent toughness
Non-magnetic
Wide temperature range
Good weldability.

These advantages make this type of stainless steels highly versatile and widely used in various industries. Below you can find a selection of articles related to austenitic stainless steels.

Outokumpu creates lighter tanks

Stainless Steel World Publisher - May 13, 2013

Outokumpu delivers 150 tons of stainless steel sheet to construction of storage tanks by Japrotek. Japrotek is a Finnish-based company that produces agitators, pressure vessels and large tanks, built on site, for the process industries.

Sandvik gets HAF 604 certification

Stainless Steel World Publisher - April 5, 2013

Sandvik Materials Technology has successfully achieved HAF 604 certification for its seamless stainless steel tube and pipe products for use in the Chinese civil nuclear industry. China National Nuclear Safety Administration is the body responsible for accreditation and certification regarding the ‘Supervision and Management Regulations for Imported Civilian Nuclear Safety Equipment’.

Plasmait GmbH introduces a high-speed PlasmaANNEAL

Stainless Steel World Publisher - March 20, 2013

Plasmait GmbH has introduced the PlasmaANNEALER, a second generation plasma annealer designed for wire, rope and tubes made of stainless steel and nickel alloys with cross-sections from 20 mm2 down to the smallest fine wire sizes.

F44/6Mo from Intoco

Stainless Steel World Publisher - March 12, 2013

UK Special Steels & Alloys Stockholder Intoco have extended their range of stainless steels by adding the Super Austenitic grade UNS S31254/1.

Gual Steel presents two product lines

Stainless Steel World Publisher - December 7, 2012

Headquartered in Spain, Gual Steel has launched two new product lines, modular accessories for the building of stainless steel railings and aluminum profiles for glass balustrades. The modular accessories, available both in austenitic stainless steel AISI 304 and AISI 316, allow the construction of railings with design and functionality.

New World Trade Center to use Outokumpu stainless

Stainless Steel World Publisher - October 24, 2011

Outokumpu will deliver special stainless quarto plates to the new World Trade Center transit terminal, in New York at Ground zero. The company will deliver around 340mt of stainless steel quarto plates to Cimolai Spa of Italy, one of the main steel manufacturers for the new World Trade Center transit terminal.

Outokumpu relaunches high-end stainless grade

Stainless Steel World Publisher - March 7, 2011

Outokumpu has relaunched its high-performance stainless steel grade Outokumpu 654 SMO®. Providing superior corrosion resistance and mechanical properties, the grade is poised to move the boundaries of stainless steel by offering a cost-effective alternative for a range of applications.

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Applications of austenitic stainless steel

Did you know? Austenitic stainless steel is used in a wide range of applications due to its favorable properties. Some common applications include:

Architecture and construction: Austenitic steel is utilized for structural components, roofing, cladding, and decorative elements in buildings and infrastructure due to its corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal.
Food processing and catering: The hygienic and non-reactive nature of austenitic steel makes it ideal for equipment and surfaces in food processing, such as tanks, pipes, countertops, and utensils.
Chemical and pharmaceutical industries: The corrosion resistance and high purity of austenitic stainless steel make it suitable for chemical processing equipment, storage tanks, reactors, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Automotive industry: It is used in exhaust systems, catalytic converters, fuel tanks, and other components that require resistance to heat, corrosion, and vibration.
Medical devices: Austenitic stainless steel is commonly used in surgical instruments, implants, medical equipment, and prosthetics due to its biocompatibility, sterilizability, and resistance to bodily fluids.
Oil and gas industry: Austenitic steel is employed in pipelines, offshore platforms, and equipment that encounter corrosive environments and high temperatures.
Household appliances: It is utilized in kitchen appliances such as sinks, refrigerators, ovens, and cookware due to its durability, corrosion resistance, and ease of cleaning.

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