General information:
Alloy type: 1.4305
Main alloying elements: Iron (Fe), chromium (Cr), nickel (Ni)
International standard: EN 10088-3
Mechanical properties:
Tensile strength: 500–700 MPa
Yield strength: 200–500 MPa
Elongation at break: 40–60%
Hardness (Rockwell): 70 HRB
Modulus of elasticity: 200 GPa
Physical properties:
Density: 7.9 g/cm³
Melting point: approx. 1400–1450°C
Thermal conductivity: 15 W/(m·K)
Electrical conductivity: —
Chemical composition, in weight percent:
Carbon (C): max. 0.07%
Chromium (Cr): 17.5–19.5%
Nickel (Ni): 8.0–10.5%
Manganese (Mn): max. 2%
Silicon (Si): max. 1%
Phosphorus (P): max. 0.045%
Sulfur (S): max. 0.015%
Heat treatment:Alloy 1.4305 is not heat-treatable.
Corrosion resistance:Alloy 1.4305 is characterized by good corrosion resistance in many environments, including atmospheric conditions, mild acids, alkaline solutions, and saltwater.
Applications:Alloy 1.4305 is used in various applications, including:
Food industry: containers, piping systems, valves
Chemical industry: pumps, fittings, heat exchangers
Architecture: railings, façade elements, fastening elements
Medical technology: surgical instruments, implants
Please note that the values stated are guideline values and may vary slightly depending on the manufacturing process and specific production batch. It is recommended to always check the exact specifications provided by the manufacturer.
