Grade 430 Stainless Steel – Cost-Effective Ferritic Alloy for Decorative & Industrial Use

Overview

Grade 430 is a ferritic stainless steel widely used for its good corrosion resistance, excellent formability, and cost-effectiveness. It contains 16.0-18.0% chromium, providing better corrosion resistance than Grade 409, especially in atmospheric and freshwater environments. Unlike martensitic grades, Grade 430 is non-heat-treatable but offers good ductility and weldability, making it suitable for decorative and structural applications. It is magnetic and has a matte finish that is easy to polish, serving as a popular choice for household appliances and architectural components where aesthetics and cost are key factors.

Chemical Composition (wt%)

C ≤ 0.12, Cr: 16.00-18.00, Mn ≤ 1.00, Si ≤ 1.00, P ≤ 0.045, S ≤ 0.030, Ni ≤ 0.75, Ti ≤ 0.75

Typical Mechanical Properties (Annealed Condition)

Tensile Strength (Rm): ≥ 450 MPa; Yield Strength (Rp0.2): ≥ 205 MPa; Elongation (A): ≥ 22%; Brinell Hardness (HB): ≤ 183

Core Advantages

Cost-effective with good atmospheric corrosion resistance; excellent formability and weldability; magnetic; easy to polish for decorative finishes; non-heat-treatable with stable mechanical properties; suitable for large-scale production.

Applications

Household appliance panels, kitchen utensils, architectural trim, decorative sheets, heat exchangers, and general industrial components in mild corrosive environments.

Equivalent Grades

EN 1.4016, UNS S43000, GB 06Cr17, SUS430

Stainless Steel Suppliers

If you have project requirements for stainless steel, we welcome your order. GNEE has a large inventory of popular products for you to choose from. It can be processed into various practical product forms, including plates, coils, tubes, bars, wires, etc. For detailed chemical composition information and free samples, please contact our factory immediately. We offer competitive prices and excellent service.Email: info@gneestainless.com

 

Testing and Documentation: Factory test certificate, EN 10204 3.1, chemical report, mechanical report, destructive testing report, non-destructive testing report, PMI test report, visual inspection report, third-party inspection report, NABL certified laboratory report.
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