Austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel –
Code | GX5CrNi19-10 |
US standard (AISI) | CF-8 |
Composition Alloying components [%] | C: 0 - 0.07 Cr: 18.00 - 20.00 Cu: 0 - 0.50 Mn: 0 - 1.50 Ni: 8.00 - 11.00 P: 0 - 0.040 S: 0 - 0.030 Si: 0 - 1.50 Remainder: Fe |
Stainless steel grade | A2 |
Density [g/cm³] | 7.88 |
Nickel migration [µg/(cm² x week)] in artificial perspiration (pH 4.5) | <0.05 |
Yield point Rp0.2 [N/mm²] | ≥175 |
Tensile strength Rm [N/mm²] | 440 - 640 |
Corrosion resistance | Good (similar to 1.4301) |
Machinability | Medium |
Weldability | Good |
Other properties | Predominantly: austenitic, non-magnetic structure with good tenacity Can be mechanically polished to a brilliant sheen Suitability for electropolishing: good to satisfactory For use in the temperature range -50 - 600°C |
Main uses | Parts for systems in the food and beverages industry Chemical industry (where there is no exposure to chlorides) Architecture, pump and valve technology, pipes and manifolds, filter presses |