# V2A or V4A: choosing stainless steel by application

Quelle: <https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/magazine/v2a-or-v4a>

> The generic names alone are not enough for an order. The material number and the operating conditions make your enquiry unambiguous.

Materials

The generic names alone are not enough for an order. The material number and the operating conditions make your enquiry unambiguous.

**Order V2A and V4A made to measure**

We cut sheets in 1.4301 and 1.4571 to your size and saw semi-finished products to length.

[Stainless steel 1.4301 (V2A) →](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/sheet-metal-cutting/edelstahl/1-4301) · [Stainless steel 1.4571 (V4A) →](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/sheet-metal-cutting/edelstahl/1-4571) · [Stainless steel semi-finished products →](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/material/edelstahl)

MVG editorial team · Values from our production and the material standards  
Published on 11 September 2026 · 1 min read

## Order by material number

V2A and V4A are used as generic names. For a clearly specified part, state the material number, for example the 1.4301 or 1.4404 required in your drawing, as well as the desired surface finish.

## Describe the environment

Moisture, chlorides, temperature and cleaning agents affect the requirements for stainless steel. The term stainless does not mean that every stainless steel product is suitable for every environment. Please state any special exposure in your enquiry.

## Consider processing and surface finish

Welding, grinding and cleaning of the finished component can be relevant for the application. Visible surfaces and protected sides should be marked in the drawing or enquiry.

## Check the requirements on the actual part

For swimming pools, food contact or load-bearing applications, a general online recommendation is not enough. Use the project-specific material specification and clarify the required certificates before ordering.

## At a glance

- Material number stated
- Environment and cleaning described
- Surface finish and processing clarified
- Required certificates agreed

[View stainless steel in our range →](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/material/edelstahl)

## Matching products

[Material **Stainless steel 1.4301 (V2A)** Sheet for indoor use and food. *Configure cut-to-size →*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/sheet-metal-cutting/edelstahl/1-4301) · [Material **Stainless steel 1.4571 (V4A)** Sheet for chlorides and outdoor use. *Configure cut-to-size →*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/sheet-metal-cutting/edelstahl/1-4571) · [Semi-finished product **Stainless steel semi-finished products** Tubes, profiles and bars sawn to length. *View semi-finished products →*](https://mvg-frankfurt.de/en/semi-finished/material/edelstahl)

## Questions about your part?

Our sales team advises you on material, manufacturing and delivery time.

[Call: (069) 94 21 30 - 0](tel:+496994213000) · [Email info@mvg-frankfurt.de](mailto:info@mvg-frankfurt.de?subject=Question%20about%3A%20V2A%20or%20V4A%3A%20choosing%20stainless%20steel%20by%20application)

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