The chemical composition may vary slightly between different product standards. The required standard will be fully met as specified in the order.

The typical chemical composition for this grade is given in the table below, together with composition limits given for the product according to different standards. The required standard will be fully met as specified on the order.

The chemical composition is given as % by mass.

The mechanical properties of the available products are given in the table below.

¹⁾Elongation according to EN standard:
A₈₀ for thickness below 3 mm.
A for thickness = 3 mm.
Elongation according to ASTM standard A_2” or A₅₀.

Outokumpu Core 441/4509 has good corrosion resistance in solutions of many halogen-free organic and inorganic compounds over a wide temperature and concentration range. It can withstand many sufficiently diluted organic and mineral acids depending on the temperature and concentration of the solution. Core 441/4509 may suffer from uniform corrosion in strong organic and mineral acids, as well as in hot concentrated alkaline solutions. More detailed information on corrosion properties of Core 441/4509 can be found in Outokumpu’s Corrosion Tables published in the Outokumpu Corrosion Handbook and on Stainless Steel Finder.

In aqueous solutions containing halogenides, e.g. chlorides or bromides, pitting and crevice corrosion may occur depending on the halogenide concentration, temperature, pH-value, concentration of oxidizing compounds, or crevice geometry, if applicable. For short periods of time, for instance when cooking food in stainless steel dishes, Core 441/4509 can even tolerate relatively high chloride concentrations. The presence of corrosion inhibiting or accelerating compounds like e.g. transition metal ions or organic compounds may influence the corrosion behavior of Core 441/4509. Due to its ferritic crystal structure, Core 441/4509 is not prone to chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking.

Core 441/4509 can be used for indoor applications in rural areas and urban environments where chloride contamination is low. The best material performance is typically achieved with the help of adequate design, correct post-weld treatment, and regular cleaning during use (if applicable).

Due to its titanium and niobium content, the risk of sensitization for intergranular corrosion is strongly reduced when compared to non-stabilized ferritic grades. Core 441/4509 can be used in the temperature range in which chromium carbides would precipitate in non-stabilized ferritic grades. Its maximum service temperature in dry air is 950 °C. The presence of other corrosive compounds in the hot environment like water or sulfur compounds may reduce the maximum service temperature significantly.

PRE Pitting Resistant Equivalent calculated using the formula: PRE = %Cr + 3.3 x %Mo + 16 x %N
CPT Corrosion Pitting Temperature as measured in the Avesta Cell (ASTM G 150), in a 1M NaCl solution (35,000 ppm or mg/l chloride ions).
CCT Critical Crevice Corrosion Temperature is the critical crevice corrosion temperature which is obtained by laboratory tests according to ASTM G 48 Method F

For more information on corrosion resistance, please refer to the Outokumpu Corrosion Handbook or contact our corrosion experts.

Data according to EN 10088

Core 441/4509 can be formed using typical forming processes like folding, bending, drawing, etc. It has slightly higher proof strength than standard austenitic stainless steel grade 1.4301 / AISI 304 in combination with lower work hardening. Due to the titanium stabilization, its R-value is higher compared to non-stabilized ferritic stainless steel. These characteristics mean excellent deep-drawability.

Welding

Conventional welding methods and filler materials applied to austenitic 300-series can be used. Heat input in welding should be kept to a minimum level. Welded structures generally show lower ductility compared to that of base material.

More detailed information concerning welding procedures can be obtained from the Outokumpu Welding Handbook, available from our sales offices.

The most commonly used international product standards are given in the table below.