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These are plain chromium stainless steels with varying
chroumium content between 12% and 18% but low carbon
content.
Basic properties
Moderate to good corrosion resistance depending on chromium
content.
Not hardenable by heat treatment.
Poor weldability.
Poor formability, not as good as austenitics.
Magnetic.
Common uses
Cooking utensils.
Automotive exhaust.
Dishwashers and cloth dryer liners.
Ornamental goods.
Common grades
409 Heat resistant steel, easily formed and welded.
Mainly used for automative exhaust or welded applications
where superior performance to galvanized steel is required.
430 Cooking utensils. Ornamental goods. Dishwashers
and cloth dryer liners.
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