Stainless Steel 301 Pipes bring high work-hardening rate to your projects. GXH Steels supplies these pipes for demanding industrial applications where standard grades fall short.
What Is Stainless Steel 301?
Grade 301 stainless steel belongs to the Austenitic family. It contains 17% Cr, 7% Ni. This composition gives the material its high work-hardening rate.
GXH Steels manufactures Stainless Steel 301 Pipes to meet ASTM and international standards. Each pipe goes through quality checks before shipping.
For applications needing better formability, Stainless Steel 304 Pipes provide an excellent choice.
Key Features
Here’s what sets Stainless Steel 301 Pipes apart:
- Corrosion Resistance – Good in mild environments.
- Temperature Performance – Rated for service up to 870°C intermittent.
- Material Composition – Contains 17% Cr, 7% Ni for balanced properties.
- Quality Assurance – Every batch includes mill test certificates and documentation.
Projects requiring improved ductility may also benefit from Grade 301L Pipes.
Stainless Steel 301 Pipes Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of Grade 301 stainless steel per ASTM/AISI standards:
| Element | Composition (%) |
|---|---|
| C | 0.15 |
| Mn | 2.00 |
| Si | 1.00 |
| P | 0.045 |
| S | 0.030 |
| Cr | 16.0-18.0 |
| Ni | 6.0-8.0 |
| N | 0.10 |
Stainless Steel 301 Pipes Mechanical Properties
Mechanical properties of Grade 301 in annealed condition:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 758 MPa (109938 psi) |
| Yield Strength (0.2%) | 276 MPa (40030 psi) |
| Elongation (in 50mm) | 60% |
| Hardness | 183 HB (Brinell) |
Stainless Steel 301 Pipes Physical Properties
Physical characteristics of Grade 301 stainless steel:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 7.88 g/cm³ |
| Melting Range | 1400-1420°C |
| Thermal Conductivity (at 100°C) | 16.2 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat | 500 J/kg·K |
| Electrical Resistivity | 72 μΩ·cm |
| Thermal Expansion (20-100°C) | 16.9 μm/m·°C |
Available Sizes and Dimensions
GXH Steels supplies Stainless Steel 301 Pipes in the following size range:
| Specification | Range |
|---|---|
| Nominal Pipe Size | 1/8″ to 24″ NPS (DN6 to DN600) |
| Wall Thickness | 0.5mm to 50mm |
| Length | Up to 12 meters (random or fixed) |
| Schedules Available | 5S, 10S, 40S, 80S, SCH 10, SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 160, XXS |
Applicable Standards
Stainless Steel 301 Pipes conform to these industry standards:
- Seamless Pipes: ASTM A312, ASTM A213, ASTM A269
- Welded Pipes: ASTM A312, ASTM A358, ASTM A409
- Tubes: ASTM A213, ASTM A249, ASTM A269
- General: EN 10088, JIS G4304/G4305
Applications
Stainless Steel 301 Pipes work well for:
- Springs
- Automotive trim
- Structural parts
- Automotive industry installations
Benefits
Choosing Stainless Steel 301 Pipes saves you money on replacements and downtime. The material handles springs and automotive trim conditions without degrading quickly. You get pipes that perform as expected, backed by GXH Steels’s technical support.
Why GXH Steels?
GXH Steels has supplied stainless steel products to automotive and rail transport sectors for years. Our team knows the technical details of each grade. We help you pick the right specification for your project and provide documentation for your quality requirements.
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