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301 Stainless Steel

301 stainless steel, known for its chromium-nickel composition, offers a high-strength alloy with notable stretch formability, excellent durability, and corrosion resistance. Primarily used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and construction, this grade is magnetic when cold-worked and resistant to oxidation up to 1550°F (840°C). Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP in Mumbai, India, provides 301 stainless steel products in various forms such as sheets, plates, tubes, pipes, bars, angles, channels, beams, and fittings, designed to meet stringent quality standards like ASTM A240, ASTM A666, and ASME SA240.

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Chemical Composition of 301 Stainless Steel

Element Content (%)
Iron (Fe) Balance
Chromium (Cr) 16.0 – 18.0
Nickel (Ni) 6.0 – 8.0
Manganese (Mn) ≤ 2.0
Silicon (Si) ≤ 1.0
Carbon (C) ≤ 0.15
Nitrogen (N) ≤ 0.10
Phosphorus (P) ≤ 0.045
Sulfur (S) ≤ 0.030

Technical Specifications of 301 Stainless Steel

Physical Properties

Property Metric Imperial
Density 8.03 g/cm³ 0.290 lb/in³
Modulus of Elasticity 193 GPa 28,000 ksi
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (20–100°C) 16.6 µm/m°C 9.2 µin/in°F
Thermal Conductivity (100°C) 16.3 W/m·K 113 BTU in/hr·ft²·°F
Melting Range 1399–1421°C 2550–2590°F

Mechanical Properties

Condition Yield Strength (min.) Tensile Strength (min.) Elongation (min.) Hardness (max.)
Annealed 30 ksi (205 MPa) 75 ksi (515 MPa) 40% Rockwell B 95
¼ Hard 75 ksi (517 MPa) 125 ksi (862 MPa) 25%
½ Hard 110 ksi (758 MPa) 150 ksi (1034 MPa) 18%
¾ Hard 135 ksi (931 MPa) 175 ksi (1207 MPa) 12%
Full Hard 140 ksi (965 MPa) 185 ksi (1276 MPa) 9%

Thermal Properties

Property Metric Imperial
Thermal Expansion (20-500°C) 17.2 µm/m°C 9.78 µin/in°F
Thermal Conductivity 16.3 W/m·K 113 BTU in/hr·ft²·°F
Specific Heat Capacity 500 J/kg·K 0.12 BTU/lb·°F

Electrical Properties

Property Metric Imperial
Electrical Resistivity 27.4 µΩ·cm
Magnetic Permeability (Annealed) ≤ 1.02

301 Stainless Steel Product Specifications by Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP

Product Type Standards Sizes Types Applications
Sheets & Plates ASTM A240, ASME SA240 Thickness: 0.3mm – 100mm, Width: up to 2000mm Hot Rolled, Cold Rolled Automotive trim, structural components, kitchen equipment
Pipes & Tubes ASTM A213, ASTM A249 Diameter: 6mm – 1000mm Seamless, Welded Structural frameworks, industrial piping
Bars ASTM A276 Diameter: up to 100mm Round, Square, Hex Construction, machinery parts
Angles, Channels, Beams ASTM A484, EN 10088-3 Custom sizes available L-Angles, U-Channels, I-Beams Architectural applications, load-bearing supports
Fittings ASTM A403 Size: 1/2″ – 72″ Buttweld, Socket Weld Chemical processing, plumbing systems

Processing and Fabrication Properties of 301 Stainless Steel

  • Forming: Highly formable, suitable for applications requiring excellent stretch and ductility.
  • Welding: Compatible with conventional methods; recommended filler material is 308L for better corrosion resistance.
  • Cold Working: Extensive work hardening, making it ideal for high-strength applications.
  • Annealing: Solution treatment at 1010–1120°C (1850–2048°F) followed by rapid cooling to maintain corrosion resistance.

Applications of 301 Stainless Steel

  • Aerospace: Used in structural parts, frames, and aircraft components due to high strength.
  • Automotive: Employed in trim and structural applications like wiper blades and spring clips.
  • Construction: Ideal for roofing, drainage systems, and door frames.
  • Industrial Equipment: Utilized for conveyor belts, kitchen appliances, and chemical processing equipment.