Stainless steel 1.4305 (X8CrNiS18-9)

The free-machining stainless steel: excellent to machine, but not for welding and slightly less resistant.

Material group	Stainless steel
Standard / designation	1.4305 to DIN EN 10088, also called AISI 303
Density	7.9 kg/dm³
Available to order	37 items in 2 shapes
Comparison	All stainless steel grades in one table (in German)

1.4305 is 1.4301 with added sulphur. The sulphur breaks the chip and makes it the preferred material for turned parts in series. The same inclusions, however, reduce weldability, polishability and corrosion resistance.

Shapes in Stainless steel 1.4305 (X8CrNiS18-9)

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Properties

Tensile strength 500 to 750 N/mm²
Very good machinability, much faster than 1.4301
Not suitable for welding
Slightly lower corrosion resistance than 1.4301
Not intended for food contact

Typical applications

Turned and milled parts in series
Axles, pins, bushings, screw fittings
Components with many threads

Processing notes

The most pleasant stainless steel for sawing and turning. Where welding or polishing is required, switch to 1.4301.

Sizes in Stainless steel 1.4305 (X8CrNiS18-9)

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37 items

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The values are standard values and are intended for material selection. The material certificate of the respective delivery is binding; for a specific batch or an inspection certificate 3.1, please contact us.