201 stainless steel

201 stainless steel is an austenitic alloy developed as a cost-effective alternative to traditional 304 stainless steel. Characterized by its lower nickel content supplemented by manganese and nitrogen, it offers a balanced blend of strength and moderate corrosion resistance at a reduced cost. This makes it suitable for a variety of applications requiring both formability and resilience, including cookware, construction materials, automotive trim, and hardware. Although it boasts good resistance to rust and high-temperature oxidation, its performance in chloride environments is weaker, marking a consideration for its use. The alloy's economical and versatile nature, however, solidifies its role in sectors where the premium corrosion resistance of higher-grade alloys is not a necessity.

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION &
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES

Typical Chemical Composition % (max values, unless noted)									Add New	Add New	Add New	Add New	Add New	Add New	Add New	Add New
Grade	C	Mn	P	S	Si	Ni	Cr	Mo
201	0.15	8.0-12.0	0.06	0.03	1.00	1.0-2.5	13.0-15.0
Typical Mechanical Properties
Grade	Tensile Strength		Add New	Yield Strength		Add New	Elongation in 2 in. or (50mm)		Add New	Brinell Hardness	Rockwell Hardness
	min		Add New	min		Add New	min		Add New	max	max
	ksi	Mpa	ksi	Mpa	%
201	75	517	30	207	35		Add New	192	90

Common Trade names
and Equivalent grades

Grade 201 is called as 201 stainless steel, 201 stainless, sus 201, S 201, AISI 201, 1.4371 stainless steel.

304 STAINLESS STEEL FEATURES

Lower Cost

Due to its reduced nickel content, 201 stainless steel is more cost-effective compared to higher-grade austenitic stainless steels.

High Strength

The addition of manganese and nitrogen not only compensates for the lower nickel content but also enhances its strength, making it a strong, durable option for various applications.

Good Formability

201 stainless steel is known for its good formability, allowing it to be easily shaped and fabricated into a wide range of products.

Magnetic

Unlike some other austenitic stainless steels, 201 can exhibit magnetic properties, especially after cold working.

Aesthetic Appeal

It has a good surface finish, making it a popular choice for applications requiring a combination of aesthetics and functional strength, such as in decorative trim and cookware.

Moderate Corrosion Resistance

While it offers reasonable resistance to corrosion, it is not as resistant as higher chromium and nickel alloys like 304 stainless steel. It performs well against rust and oxidation at high temperatures but is more susceptible to corrosion in chloride environments.

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