Ferritic alloys
430 is the basic ferritic alloy
Alloying modifications result in other common alloys
- 409: Reduce chromium to improve formability. Add titanium to improve weldability
- 430F: add sulfur and phosphorous to improve machinability
|
SAE type |
C |
Mn |
Si |
Cr |
Ni |
|
|
430 |
0.12 max |
1.00 max |
1.00 max |
16.0 -18.0 |
— |
-Good general corrosion resistance -Moderate strength -High ductility and toughness |