Alloy 1.4547: High performance austenitic stainless steel alloy
Alloy 1.4547 is a high performance austenitic stainless steel alloy used in various applications due to its excellent corrosion resistance and high strength. It is also known as UNS S31254.
Chemical composition:
Chromium: 19.5-20.5%
Molybdenum: 6-6.5%
Nickel: 17.5-18.5%
Nitrogen: 0.18-0.22%
Sulfur: 0.01% (max)
Carbon: 0.02% (max)
Phosphorus: 0.03% (max)
Silicon: 0.80% (max)
Characteristics:
Excellent corrosion resistance: 1.4547 alloy offers excellent corrosion resistance to corrosive media such as chloride ions, hydrochloric acid and sulfuric acid.
High Strength: This alloy has high strength that makes it suitable for use in demanding applications.
Good weldability: The alloy 1.4547 is easy to weld, which increases its possible uses.
Good toughness: This alloy offers good toughness, making it more resistant to fracture.
Applications:
Alloy 1.4547 is used in various applications including:
Chemical processing plantsmarine engineering
Food processing plants
Pharmaceutical Plantsgas and oil industrypaper and pulp industry
Heat treatment:
Alloy 1.4547 is not normally heat treated. However, it is possible for it to be annealed if necessary to increase corrosion resistance and toughness.
forms of delivery
Alloy 1.4547 is available in a variety of forms including sheet, bar, tube and forgings.
Note: The above data is for reference only and may vary by manufacturer and production batch. The manufacturer's relevant specifications and data sheets should always be consulted prior to use.
