321/321H is a general purpose austenitic stainless steel that is stabilized against carbide precipitation and designed to work within the carbide precipitation temperature range 427 to 816C (800 to 1500F). The H indicates a higher carbon content (0.04 0.10). It was developed for enhanced creep resistance and for higher strength at temperatures above 1000F (537C). The carbon content of the material enables dual certification listed as 321/321H. Alloy 321 cannot be hardened by heat treatment, only by cold working. It can be easily welded and processed by standard shop fabrication practices. It is non-magnetic in the annealed condition. The material is often used in Aerospace Piston Engine Manifolds, Chemical Processing, Expansion Joints, Food Processing, Petroleum Refining and Waste Treatment. (UNS S32100 & UNS S 32109)
Element | Min | Max |
---|---|---|
Carbon, C | – | 0.8 |
Manganese, Mn | - | 2 |
Silicon, Si | - | 1 |
Sulfur, S | - | 0.03 |
Phosphorus, P | – | 0.04 |
Chromium, Cr | 17 | 19 |
Nickel, Ni | 8 | 12 |
Copper, Cu | - | 0.75 |
Molybdenum, Mo | 3 | 0.75 |
Nitrogen, N | - | 0.1 |