STAINLESS STEEL 441
Overview
We cannot talk about auto exhaust pipe tube without a mention of stainless steel 400 series, like 409L, 436, 439 & 441. Among all, 409L is the most commonly used for this purpose but type 441 exceeds 409L in both corrosion resistance and oxidation resistance. Meanwhile, 441 stainless steel outperforms both 409L and 439 in high temperature strength. With the addition of two rare elements titanium and niobium, 441 stainless steel becomes a dual stabilized ferritic stainless steel with good weldability. Its higher content of chromium (17.5%~19.5%) also contributes to its excellent corrosion resistance. Although a ferritic stainless steel, 441 is as versatile as common grades 304 and 430 in that it can be used in the cold formed, annealed, or as welded conditions.
Features of 441 Stainless Steel
441 stainless steel features good corrosion resistance (high chromium content), oxidation resistance (high Niobium content), and excellent resistance to stress corrosion cracking. This grade exhibits good high-temperature strength in exhaust gas environments, hence extensively used as automotive - exhaust system components. Type 441 has good deep drawing formability, good ductility, good weldability and good brightness.
Cold forming with a slight degree of deformation can be easily done on grade 441 at higher than room temperature, but sharp bending parallel to rolling direction should be avoided. 441 stainless steel presents weak magnetism under quenched condition, while increasing cold forming will increase its magnetism.
Density (at 20 ºC): 7.70 g/cm3
441 Stainless Steel Applications
- 1. Exhaust System
- 2. Balustrade and Ornamental Trim
- 3. Rail and Road Vehicles
- 4. Warehouse and transportation Equipment of the Sugar Industry
- 5. Food & Catering Equipment
- 6. Container Construction
- 7. Absorbing Duct
- 8. Coal Mining
Applicable Standards: ASTM A240/A240M, ASTM A554, EN 10088-1
Contact 441 Stainless Steel Producer
CIVMATS can produce 441 stainless steel welded pipe tube for auto exhaust system. Meanwhile, Civmats also stocks famous brands 441 stainless steel coil and 441 stainless steel sheets plates. Dimension, finish & mechanical properties are customizable. If you have relevant demand, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Chemical Composition
Data Sheet
ASTM / AISI | DIN | JIS | UNS | GB |
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441 | 1.4509 | SUS441 | S44100 | 022Cr18NbTi |