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Manufacturing Process 4
Characteristics and Usages 6
Ordering 35
Available Size 36
Size Tolerances 37
CR Surface Finishing 42
Packaging & Labeling 43
Handling 45
 STAINLESS STEEL
POSCO s stainless steel products are manufactured by the latest
facilities and technology.
Stainless steel, called the flower of steels, contains more than 12%
of chromium and tends to be rustproof. Therefore, it is used as
interior and exterior materials for building, kitchenwares, industrial
parts, automotive components, medical instruments and so forth.
POSCO has established integrated manufacturing system from
melting shop to hot & cold rolling process. POSCO produces 200
million tons of stainless steel products annually.
POSCO also pursues complete quality control and delivery
management, and strives to achieve customer satisfaction.
 MANUFACTURING PROCESS

Slab Reheating Hot Rolling Black Coil

Furnace
Scrap
Electro Arc AOD
Furnace Continuous
Nickel Casting

Chromium
TCM Continuous Annealing
Alloys
Electro Arc AOD
Furnace Continuous
Casting

Continuous Cold Annealing

ZRM & Pickling Line

VOD
Bright Annealing
CRM Line

STAINLESS STEEL 4
 Coil Preparation Hot Annealing &
Line Hot Rolled Coil
Pickling Line

BAF Coil Grinding

Line

Pickling Line

Skin Pass Mill Tension

Levelling Line Cold Rolled Coil

Coil polishing Slitting Line Cold Rolled Skelp

Line

Shearing Line Cold Rolled Sheet

5
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
301 17Cr-7Ni
FERRITE
MARTENSITE
301L 17Cr-7Ni-LC

Characteristics
301 and 301L contain lower Cr and Ni content than 304 steel does. Cold working increases strength and generates
magnetism. Compared to Aluminium, they are excellent in corrosion resistance, strength at high temperature, and fatigue
strength. They are applicable for railway vehicles due to their economical efficiency, safety and light weight.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Train interior and exterior panels •Structural materials of train • Components of electronic products • Spring

Door Header Car Line Roof Panel

STS301L STS301L STS301L

End Frame
STS301L

Foot Step & Rain Gutter End Panel

STS301L STS301L

Side Upper Panel

STS301L

Side Window panel

STS301L
Side Entrance Frame
Stiffenner STS301L
STS301L

Side Loner Panel

STS301L Cross Beam Keystone Plate Rooker Rail
STS301L STS301L STS301L

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 6
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
304 18Cr-8Ni
FERRITE
MARTENSITE
304L 18Cr-9Ni-LC
304LN 18Cr-9Ni-LC-0.13N

Characteristics
304 : Most widely used steel type because of its good corrosion resistance, thermal resistance, strength at low-temperature
and mechanical properties.
304L : Low-carbon 304 stainless steel. It is excellent in intergranular corrosion resistance.
304LN : 304 stainless steel with low nitrogen. Superior tensile strergth and corrosion resistance to 304.

Products available
304,304L : Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil, Plate
304LN : Plate

Applications
304 : Household utensils (sink, interior pipe, hot-water system, bathtub, boiler and others), Automotive components (wiper, muffler,
molding), medical instruments, building materials, some industries (chemical, food processing, textile) and vessel parts.
304L : Machinery and tools used in chemical, coal, and petroleum industries that require high inter-granular corrosion
resistance, Building materials, heat resistant parts and parts that is difficult to implement heat treatment, LNG tank.
304LN : Water tank of heater, Chemical tank.

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm ) (N/mm2)
2 (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
304N1 19Cr-8Ni-0.13N
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
S and Mn contents are lowered and N is added in 304 steel to protect from reducing ductility to prevent ductility reduction
and to increase strength, which enables light-weight.

Products available
Cold rolled coil, Plate

Applications
• Structural material • Street light • Potable water pipe

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm ) (N/mm2)
2 (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 8
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
304J1 17Cr-8Ni-2Cu
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
With an addition of Cu, 304J1 has excellent antibiosis, formability, and deep drawability, also used for products requiring
sanitary environment.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Thermos bottle • Thermos lunch box • Kitchen pot • Catering facilities • Products requiring spinning drawing

A Section of Thermos Components of Burner (Presenting the process of forming)

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
305EG 16Cr-14Ni
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Suitable for electronic components because of its non-magnetism and excellence in formability and drawability.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Electrodes components of TV monitor (electron gun) • VTR guide roller • Components of motor

Electron Gun

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 10
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
309S 22Cr-13Ni
FERRITE
MARTENSITE
310S 25Cr-20Ni

Characteristics
Highly alloied stainless steel. It has high strength and corrosion resistance in high temperature.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil, Plate

Applications
• Exhaust Manifold • Heat exchanger • Incinerator • Furnace • Contact components with high temperature

Furnace Incinerator

Exhaust Manifold

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
316 18Cr-12Ni-2Mo
FERRITE
MARTENSITE
316L 18Cr-12Ni-2Mo-LC

Characteristics
316 : With the addition of Mo in 304, 316 steel is superior in corrosion resistance, pitting resistance and high temperature
strength.
316L : Low carbon 316 steel type. It has all the properties of 316 steel and has excellent inter-granular corrosion resistance.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil, Plate

Applications
316 • Potable water pipe • Equipment for manufacturing chemicals, paper, dye, acetic and fertilizer • Structures in the
coastal area • Photo industries, and food processing industries
316L • Suitable for the corrosion-susceptible environments such as salt and toxic gas which one of the 316 steel usages

Food Processing Facility Water Pipe Heat Exchanger

Chemical Plant Flexible Pipe Heat Exchanger

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 12
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
316LN 18Cr-11Ni-2Mo-0.13N
FERRITE
MARTENSITE
316Ti 17Cr-11Ni-2Mo-0.13Ti
317L 18Cr-14Ni-3Mo-LC

Characteristics
316LN : 0.1~0.3wt% of N is added to 316 to increase strength.
316Ti : Ti is added to 316 to increase inter-granular corrosion resistance.
317L : 317L stainless steel has more Mo than 316L does. It has good seawater and SCC resistance.

Products available
316LN, 317L : Plate
316 Ti : Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil, Plate

Applications
316LN • Chemical tank • Chemical vessel • Chemical plant • Nuclear reactor
316Ti • Crude oil tank • Heat exchanger cover
317L • Chemical vessel • Chemical reactor • Petrochemical tank and vessel

Tank for Petrochemical Products

Heat Exchanger

Chemical Plant

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm ) (N/mm2)
2 (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
321 18Cr-9Ni-0.3Ti
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Ti is added to 304 steel to prevent inter-granular corrosion. Applicable to usages at temperature between 430 and 900

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil, Plate

Applications
• Exhaust pipe of aircraft • Boiler cover • Heat exchanger • Boiler pipe
• Some parts that are impossible for heat treatment after welding or assembling

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 14
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
347 18Cr-9Ni-0.5Nb
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Nb is added to 304 steel to increase inter-granular corrosion resistance.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Plate roll

Applications
Welding structure or some parts used at temperature between 400 and 900˚C : Pipe, flange, tube, turbine components for
high temperature and high compressed air.

Gas Turbine
Model of Gas Turbine

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
XM15J1 19Cr-13Ni-3.5Si
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Excellent oxidation resistance and salt induced hot corrosion resistance by adding Si.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Flexible coupling • Heater • Incinerator components

Bellows Construction End Caps

Stainless Steel
Twin Ply (XM15J1)

End Cap Extensions Internal Liner External Braid

Optional-Standard Stainless Steel Braiding Stainless Steel
Extension is Two Inches Or Stripwound Liner (XM15J1)
is Optional

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 16
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
329J3L 22Cr-5Ni-3Mo-0.15N
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
The content of Cr, Mo and N gives an excellent chlorine induced corrosion resistance, SCC and erosion corrosion.
It is controlled to contain 50% of Austenite and Ferrite, respectively.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil, Plate

Applications
• Tube and pipe for gas petroleum products
• Desalination facilities, water reservoir and water cleaning facilities
• Pressure vessels, tank, pipe and heater exchanger to produce or transport chemical products
• Pressure vessels, tank, pipe for containing salty liquid and food industry
• Duct of desulfurization facilities

Water Pipe Water Tank

Water Reservoir Desalination Plant (Resource : Doo San heavy industries)

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

17
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
329LD 20Cr-2.5Ni-1.4Mo-N
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
The contents of Ni and Mo saving duplex stainless steel (Lean Duplex)
Excellent pitting corrosion, crevice corrosion , intergranular corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking (SCC) resistance

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil, Plate

Applications
Water pipe, Seawater facilities, Chemical facilities, Equipment for manufacturing paper, dye and fertilizer,
Photo industry, Food processing industry, Structure in the costal area, Nuclear fuel reprocessing facilities

Water Pipe Chemical Plant

Water Reservoir Desalination Plant

(Resource : Doo San heavy industries)

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others YS TS EI HV Heat Coefficient
(KS) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 18
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
409L 11Cr-0.2Ti-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Excellent weldability and formability by adding Ti.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Auto exhaust parts (front pipe, convert shell, center pipe, tail end pipe) • Heat exchanger • Container
• Heat resistance components

Main -Muffler
(409L, 436L, AI-plate STS)

Pre -Muffler Exhaust Manifold

(409L, 436L, AI-plate STS) (429EM, 430J1L, 310S)

Center Pipe
(409L, 439)

Catalytic Converter
(409L, 439)

Front Pipe
(430J1L, 439)

Flexible Pipe
[ XM15J1, 304(L), 316(L) ]

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
HIPOS 12.6Cr-Si-Ti-LCN
FERRITE High Yield Strength
MARTENSITE POSCO Stainless Steel

Characteristics
The strength increases with additional contents of Cr and Si than 409L.

Products available
Cold rolled coil

Applications
• LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) frame

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties

JIS Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness

Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv)

STAINLESS STEEL 20
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
410L 12Cr-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Lower C contents than 410 stainless steel. It has good formability, bendability and high temperature oxidation resistance.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Products requiring abrasion resistance and good weldability : reefer container, automotive, mining & industrial machinery
components.
• Products requiring formability and oxidation resistance at the temperature lower than 820 : Boiler combustion chamber,
burner components.

Reefer Container Boiler Combustion Chamber

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

21
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
429EM 14Cr-1Si-0.2Ti-LC
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Heat resisting stainless steel. Si, Ti, Mn and Cu are added while the content of C and N is lowered.
It has great high temperature strength, oxidation resistance, formability and weldability.

Products available
Cold rolled coil

Applications
Auto exhaust system : Heat resisting parts such as exhaust manifold, front pipe

Exhaust Manifold

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 22
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
430 16Cr-0.05C
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Representative Ferritic Staniless Steel. It has low thermal expansion coefficient, excellent oxidation resistance.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
Heat resistant products, Burner, Home appliances, Computer components (HDD), Flatware,
Interior and exterior materials for architecture, Gas range stove, Washing machine

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

23
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
430J1L 19Cr-0.5Cu-0.4Nb-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Cu and Nb are added to 430 stainless steel. It has superior corrosion resistance, drawability, weldability and high
temperature oxidation resistance.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Manufacturing : Kitchenwares, home appliances (washing machine, electrical rice cooking machine, etc)
• Heat resistance : Auto exhaust system (exhaust manifold, front pipe, muffler)
• Exterior materials : Molding, Exterior materials for building, Guardrail pipes

Main -Muffler
(409L, 436L, AI-plate STS)

Pre -Muffler
(409L, 436L, AI-plate STS)
Center Pipe
(409L, 439) Exhaust Manifold
(429EM, 430J1L, 310S)

Catalytic Converter
(409L,439)

Front Pipe
(430J1L, 439)

Flexible Pipe
[ XM15J1, 304(L), 316(L) ]

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 24
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
430Ti 20Cr-0.4Ti-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Addition of Si and Ti to 430 stainless steel brings excellent adhesive properties to glass.
(similar thermal expansion coefficient to glass)

Products available
Cold rolled coil

Applications
Components attached to TV Braun tube to support shadow mask (e.g. stud-pin)

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

25
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
436L 18Cr-1Mo-0.3Ti-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Excellent in corrosion resistance, drawability and weldability due to the addition of Mo, Ti and Nb.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Auto exhaust parts • Hot water system • Electric home appliances

Main -Muffler
(409L, 436L, AI-plate STS)

Pre -Muffler
(409L, 436L, AI-plate STS)

Center Pipe Exhaust Manifold

(409L, 439) (429EM, 430J1L, 310S)

Catalytic Converter
(409L,439)

Fornt Pipe
(430J1L, 439)

Flexible Pipe
[XM15J1, 304(L), 316(L)]

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm ) (N/mm2)
2 (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 26
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
439 18Cr-0.4Ti-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
With high thermal conductivity and low thermal expansion coefficiency, its is suitable for heat exchanger and
auto exhaust parts.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
Auto exhaust parts, Ornamental pipes, Hope applicane (washing machine)

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

27
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
441 18Cr-0.3Si-Ti-Nb-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
The content of 18Cr and Si secures oxidation resistance. The addition of Ti and Nb and the reduction of C and N improve
high temperature strength, weldability, and formability

Products available
Cold rolled coils

Applications
• Auto exhaust system : Heat resisting parts such as exhaust manifold, front pipe, and catalytic converter

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 28
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
444 19Cr-2Mo-0.3Nb-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Higher Cr and Mo content bring great inter-granular corrosion resistance and SCC resistance.

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Potable water tank • Hot water system(solar/electric) • Heat exchanger • Auto Exhaust Manifold

Potable Water Tank Hot Water System

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

29
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
445NF 21Cr-0.3Ti-0.4Cu-Si,Nb
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Higher Cr content increases corrosion resistance and weldability. Applicable for various uses

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coi

Applications
Elevator, Interior and exterior materials for architecture, BBQ grill, Household utensils, Electronic components, Pip

Household Utensils Gas Range

Elevator Fence

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
KS Conductivity
POSCO C Cr Ni Mo Others YS TS EI Hv Heat Coefficient
(JIS) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

STAINLESS STEEL 30
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
446M 26Cr-2Mo-0.3(Ti,Nb)-LCN
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Superior in corrosion resistance to 445 stainlee steel with higher Cr content.

Products available
Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Roof and exterior building materials in coastal and industrial areas
e.g. : Roofs of ASEM Center and Incheon International Airport in korea

ASEM Center

Incheon International Airport

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

31
CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
410 13Cr-0.04C
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
A representative type of Martensitic stainless steel. It has superior drawability and is hardened through
heat treatment. (being magnetic)

Products available
Hot rolled coil, Cold rolled coil

Applications
• Knife blade • Machinery parts • Tableware cutlery (spoon, fork, knife, etc)

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
410B 12Cr-0.4Ni
FERRITE
MARTENSITE

Characteristics
Compared to 410 stainless steel, quenching hardness is improved by controlling the quantity of Mn and Ni.

Products available
Hot rolled coil

Applications
Products requiring abrasion resistance between Hv 300~390 in Quenching hardness : Disc break of motorcycle

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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CHARACTERISTICS AND USAGES

AUSTENITE
DUAL-PHASE
420N1 13Cr-0.1C-0.1N
FERRITE
MARTENSITE
420J2 13Cr-0.3C

Characteristics
420N1 : Improved formability, corrosion resistance and strenghth / Abrasion resistance than 420J1(magnetism).
• Formability : minimize center segregation
• Corrosion resistance : restrain the formation of chrome carbide
• Strength / Abrasion resistance : precipitate of micro chrome nitride
420J2 : Larger quenching hardness compared to 420J1

Products available
420N1, 420J2 : Hot rolled coil
420J2 : Cold rolled coill

Applications
• High-quality table knives requiring corrosion and abrasion resistance
• Machinery parts requiring abrasion resistance

Chemical compositions and physical properties

Designations Chemical compositions (%) Mechanical properties Physical properties
Thermal
Yield Tensile Elongation Hardness Specific Specific Expansion Thermal
JIS Conductivity
Posco C Cr Ni Mo Others Strength Strength Heat Coefficient
(KS) (N/mm2) (N/mm2) (%) (Hv) J/g˚C Gravity W/m W/m
(20-100˚C) (100˚C)

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 ORDERING

Ordering
When you order POSCO stainless steel, an appropriate steel type must be selected in accordance with the purpose of use,
design conditions, processing conditions and environment atmosphere. It is advised you indicate specifications.

Specified items Items that require mutual agreements

• Designation standard (KS, JIS, DIN, ASTM, etc)

• Steel type Code : KS (STS No.), JIS (SUS No.) etc
• Dimension tolerance (apart from the standard tolerances)
• Surface Treatment : N0 1~4, BA, HL, Dull
• Special Packaging Specification
• Edge Finishing : Mill Edge, Slit Edge
• Special Usage
• Dimension : Thickness, Width, Length, Coil Inner Diameter
• Special Requirement of Manufacturing Conditions
• Weight, Weight per Package
(Chemical Composition, Material Quality, External Appearance)
• Packaging
• Special Surface Protective Film
• Surface Film, paper insertion
• Heat treatment, Pickling Conditions
• Usage, Conditions for use
• Delivery date, Method and destination

POSCO s philosophy is to achieve customer satifaction.

Should you have any inquiry or complaint regarding our products, please contact the nearest POSCO office or access our
Internet website at www.steel-n.com

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 AVAILABLE SIZE

Hot rolled coil

AUSTENITIC (excluding 316, 316L) (Unit : mm)

Thickness 2.0 ~ 2.7 2.7 ~ 3.5 3.5 ~ 4.0 4.0 ~ 8.0

Width 800 ~ 1040 800 ~ 1270 800 ~ 1350 800 ~ 1550
* Below 3.0mmt for pipe and sheet only

AUSTENITIC (316, 316L) (Unit : mm)

Thickness 2.7 ~ 3.0 3.0 ~ 4.0 4.0 ~ 5.0 5.0 ~ 8.0

Width 800 ~ 1040 800 ~ 1270 800 ~ 1380 800 ~ 1544
* Below 3.0mmt for pipe and sheet only

FERRITIC (Unit : mm)

Thickness 3.0 ~ 5.5
Width 1000 ~ 1270
* BAF Annealed materials can be from 3.0mmt to 6.0mmt (including 430)

MARTENSITIC (Unit : mm)

Thickness 3.0 ~ 5.5

Width 1000 ~ 1270

Plate based on 304 (Unit : mm)

Thickness 7.0 ~ 9.0 9.0 ~ 100 130 ~ 195
Width 1500 ~ 3200 1500 ~ 3300 1500 ~ 1601

Cold rolled coil based on 304

Coil and skelp (based on 2B) (Unit : mm)

Skelp Coil
Thickness
0.2 ~ 1.6 0.3 ~ 0.4 0.4 ~ 0.9 0.9 ~ 3.0
Width 40 ~ 799 800 ~ 1251 800 ~ 1350 800 ~ 1524

Coil (BA) (Unit : mm)

Thickness 0.2 ~ 0.3 0.3 ~ 1.6

Width 800 ~ 1004 800 ~ 1270

Steel (sheet) (Unit : mm)

Thickness 0.3 ~ 0.4 0.4 ~ 0.8 0.8 ~ 3.0
Width 800 ~ 1000 800 ~ 1350 800 ~ 1524

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 SIZE TOLERANCES

Hot rolled coil

Thickness Tolerances
Unless specified, thickness tolerances are as given in Table 1. When specified, they should be as in Table 2. Thickness is
measured at arbitrary point that is more than 15mm inward from the edge in case of slit edge, and 25 mm in case of mill edge.
Measurement is not conducted on unstable parts of top and tail.
Table 1 (Unit : mm)

Width Thickness Tolerance

Thickness w < 1000 1000 ≤ w < 1250 1250 ≤ w < 1600
2.00 ≤ t < 2.50 ±0.25 ±0.30

2.50 ≤ t < 3.15 ±0.30 ±0.35 ±0.40

3.15 ≤ t < 4.00 ±0.35 ±0.40 ±0.45
4.00 ≤ t < 5.00 ±0.40 ±0.45 ±0.50
5.00 ≤ t < 6.00 ±0.50 ±0.55 ±0.60

6.00 ≤ t < 8.00 ±0.60 ±0.65 ±0.70

Table 2 (Unit : mm)

Width Thickness Tolerance

Thickness w < 800 800 ≤ w < 1000 1000 ≤ w < 1250 1250 ≤ w < 1600
2.00 ≤ t < 2.50 ±0.20

2.50 ≤ t < 3.15 ±0.23 ±0.25 ±0.30 ±0.35

3.15 ≤ t < 4.00 ±0.26 ±0.30 ±0.35 ±0.40
4.00 ≤ t < 5.00 ±0.29 ±0.38 ±0.40 ±0.45

5.00 ≤ t < 6.00 ±0.32 ±0.45 ±0.45 ±0.50

6.00 ≤ t < 8.00 ±0.55 ±0.60 ±0.60

Width tolerances
Width tolerance shall be in accordance with Table 3.

Table3 (Unit : mm)

Width
Width Tolerance
Edge Thickness

+30
Mill Edge
0

+10
t < 6.00
0
Slit Edge
+15
6.00 ≤ t
0

Camber Tolerances (Max)

Camber is 5mm in an arbitrary length of 2000mm.
(However, measurement is not taken on the top and tail of a coil.)

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 SIZE TOLERANCES

SIZE TOLERANCES
Cold rolled coil
Thickness Tolerances
Unless specified, tolerances for thickness are as given in Table 4. When specified, they should be as in Table 5. Thickness is
measured at arbitrary point that is more than 15mm inward from the edge in case of slit edge, and 25mm in case of mill edge.
Measurement is not conducted on top and tail of a coil.
Table 4 (Unit : mm)

Width Thickness tolerance

Thickness w < 1250 1250 ≤ w < 1600

0.30 ≤ t < 0.60 ±0.05 ±0.08

0.60 ≤ t < 0.80 ±0.07 ±0.09

0.80 ≤ t < 1.00 ±0.09 ±0.10

1.00 ≤ t < 1.25 ±0.10 ±0.12

1.25 ≤ t < 1.60 ±0.12 ±0.15

1.60 ≤ t < 2.00 ±0.15 ±0.17

2.00 ≤ t < 2.50 ±0.17 ±0.20

2.50 ≤ t < 3.00 ±0.22 ±0.25

Table 5 (Unit : mm)

Width Thickness Tolerance

Thickness w < 160 160 ≤ w < 250 250 ≤ w < 400 400 ≤ w < 630 630 ≤ w < 1000 1000 ≤ w < 1250

0.10 ≤ t < 0.16 ±0.015 ±0.020

0.16 ≤ t < 0.25 ±0.020 ±0.025 ±0.030 ±0.030

0.25 ≤ t < 0.40 ±0.025 ±0.030 ±0.035 ±0.035 ±0.038 ±0038

0.40 ≤ t < 0.60 ±0.035 ±0.040 ±0.040 ±0.040 ±0.040 ±0.040

0.60 ≤ t < 0.80 ±0.040 ±0.045 ±0.045 ±0.045 ±0.05 ±0.05

0.80 ≤ t < 1.00 ±0.040 ±0.05 ±0.05 ±0.05 ±0.05 ±0.06

1.00 ≤ t < 1.25 ±0.05 ±0.05 ±0.05 ±0.06 ±0.06 ±0.07

1.25 ≤ t < 1.60 ±0.05 ±0.06 ±0.06 ±0.06 ±0.07 ±0.07

1.60 ≤ t < 2.00 ±0.06 ±0.07 ±0.08 ±0.08 ±0.09 ±0.10

2.00 ≤ t < 2.50 ±0.07 ±0.08 ±0.08 ±0.09 ±0.10 ±0.11

2.50 ≤ t < 3.00 ±0.08 ±0.09 ±0.09 ±0.10 ±0.11 ±0.12

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 SIZE TOLERANCES

Cold rolled coil

Width tolerances
Unless specified, tolerances for width are as given in Table 6. When specified, they should be as given in Table 8.
For sheet, they are as shown in Table 7.

Table 6 (Unit : mm)

Width Width Tolerance

Edge w < 400 400 ≤ w < 630 630 ≤ w < 1000 1000 ≤ w < 1524
+10 +20 +25 +30
Mill Edge
0 0 0 0
+3 +3 +3 +3
Slit Edge
0 0 0 0

Table 7 (Unit : mm)

Length Width Tolerance

+5
≤ 3500
0
+15
3500 < ≤ 6000
0
+20
6000 <
0

Table 8 (Unit : mm)

Width Width Tolerance

Thickness w < 160 160 ≤ w < 250 250 ≤ w < 400 400 ≤ w < 630 630 ≤ w < 1000

t < 0.60 ±0.15 ±0.20 ±0.25 ±0.30 ±0.50

0.60 ≤ t < 1.00 ±0.20 ±0.25 ±0.25 ±0.30 ±0.50

1.00 ≤ t < 1.60 ±0.20 ±0.30 ±0.30 ±0.40 ±0.60

1.60 ≤ t < 2.50 ±0.25 ±0.35 ±0.35 ±0.50 ±0.70

2.50 ≤ t < 3.00 ±0.30 ±0.40 ±0.40 ±0.50 ±0.80

Length Tolerances
For sheet, Table 9 should be referred to.

Table 9 (Unit : mm)

Length Length Tolerance

< 3500 +10

0

3500 < ≤ 6000 +15

0
+30
6000 <
0

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 SIZE TOLERANCES

Cold rolled coil

Maximum flatness tolerance for steel sheet
Maximum tolerances for flatness for steel sheet are given in Table 10. Stretcher flatness correction is conducted upon specific
notification. Maximum flatness tolerance in 1/4H and 1/2H of STS 301(L) is in accordance with Table 11.

Table 10 (Unit : mm)

Maximum flatness tolerance for steel sheet

Width Length
Stretcher not correct Stretcher correct

≤ 2000 15 3
w ≤ 1000
2000 < 20 6

≤ 2000 20 6
1000 < w
2000 < 20 6

Table 11 (Unit : mm)

Maximum flatness tolerance for STS 301

Width Length
1/4H 1/2H

< 0.40 13 19

600 ≤ w < 1000 0.40 ≤ < 0.80 16 22

0.80 ≤ 19 22

< 0.40 16 26

1000 ≤ w < 1219 0.40 ≤ < 0.80 19 29

0.80 ≤ 26 29

Maximum flatness tolerances for coil and skelp

Maximum tolerances for flatness for coil and skelp are given in Table 12. However, measurement is not taken on top and
tail of a coil.

Table 12 (Unit : mm)

Width Maximum Flatness

40 ≤ w < 80 8 in an arbitrary length of 2000

80 ≤ w < 630 4 in an arbitrary length of 2000

630 ≤ w 2 in an arbitrary length of 2000

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 SIZE TOLERANCES

Plate
Thickness tolerances
Table 13 should be referred to for ordering KS and JS, and Table 14 for ordering ASTM. Thickness is measured at an
arbitrary point that is more than 15mm inward from the edge in case of slit edge, and 25mm in case of mill edge.
Measurement is not taken on top and tail.

Table 13 (Unit : mm)

Thickness tolerance
Width
1250 ≤ w 1600 ≤ w 2000 ≤ w 2500 ≤ w 3150 ≤ w
Thickness w < 1600 w < 2000 w < 2500 w < 3150 w < 3230

9.0 ≤ t < 10.0 ±0.65 ±0.80 ±1.2 ±1.5 ±1.6

10.0 ≤ t < 16.0 ±0.70 ±0.85 ±1.2 ±1.5 ±1.6

16.0 ≤ t < 25.0 ±0.80 ±0.95 ±1.3 ±1.5 ±1.6

25.0 ≤ t < 40.0 ±0.90 ±1.1 ±1.3 ±1.5 ±1.6

40.0 ≤ t < 63.0 ±1.2 ±1.2 ±1.4 ±1.5 ±1.6

63.0 ≤ t < 80.0 ±1.3 ±1.3 ±1.5 ±1.6 ±1.7

Table 14 (Unit : In, [ ] mm)

Width Thickness tolerance

Thickness 84 [2134] ≤ w 84 [2134] < w ≤ 120 [3048] 120 [3048] < w ≤ 127.2 [3230]

0.35 [9] < t ≤ 0.38 [9.52] 0.045 [1.14] 0.050 [1.27]

0.38 [9.52] < t ≤ 0.75 [19.05] 0.055 [1.40] 0.060 [1.52] 0.075 [1.90]

0.75 [19.05] < t ≤ 1 [25.40] 0.060 [1.52] 0.065 [1.65] 0.085 [2.16]

1 [25.40] < t ≤ 2 [50.80] 0.070 [1.78] 0.075 [1.90] 0.095 [2.41]

2 [50.80 < t ≤ 3 [76.20] 0.125 [3.18] 0.150 [3.81] 0.175 [4.44]

3 [76.20] < t ≤ 3.15 [80] 0.175 [4.44] 0.210 [ 5.33] 0.245 [6.22]

Minimum tolerance : -0.25mm

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CR SURFACE FINISHING

Processing Method and application Surface status

Hot rolled product that has undergone both annealing and pickling process.
No.1
Used for rerolling material, chemical plant, industrial tank, etc.

A non-glossy cold rolled product that has undergone both annealing and pickling
No.2D
process. Used for petrochemical plant, automobile parts, building materials, pipe, etc.

Skinpassed products of No.2D. Compared to No.2D, it attains a brighter and flatter

No.2B finish. It is the standard surface with improved mechanical properties.
Applicable for almost all uses.

Polished product with 100-120 mesh abraser.

No.3 Variety of uses including building exterior and interior, various kinds of electronic
products, kitchenware that require an attractive glossy finish.

Polished product with 150-180 mesh abraser. It has an attractive silvery-white surface,
No.4 which is finer than No.3. Used for bathtubs, building exterior and interior,
food industry installations, etc.

It is a product with continuous striped pattern acquired by polishing. Most widely used
HL
for building exterior and interior. It is also used for sash, doors, panel of building.

After cold rolling, the coil is annealed in a protective gas that prevents oxidisation
of the surface and skinpassed. BA product is highly reflective. Also it is used for home
BA
appliances, small-sized mirror, kitchenware, building materials and others that require
highly reflective properties.

Dull surface is matt finish produced by grinding with a fine rugged roll.
DULL Widely used for exterior and interior of train and building that require reduced light
reflection.

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PACKAGING & LABELING

Packaging

Cold rolled
Classification Hot rolled
Coil Skelp Sheet

Thickness (mm) 2.5 ~ 8.0 0.25 ~ 3.0 0.25 ~ 3.0 0.25 ~ 3.0

Width (mm) 800 1600 800 1580 40 800 500 1580

Unit weight (M/T) 30 max. 26 max. 15 max. 6 max.

Inner diameter (mm) 610 508, 610 508, 610

Outer diameter (mm) 2200 2100 2100

Height (mm) 900 max.

Length (mm) 1200 9000

Wooden packaging Wooden packaging Wooden packaging Wooden packaging

Packaging
Paper packaging Paper packaging Paper packaging Paper packaging

Label

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 PACKAGING

Hot rolled Cold rolled

Paper packaging of hot rolled coil for domestic users Waterproof packaging of cold rolled for domestic users

Paper packaging of hot rolled coil for domestic users Waterproof packaging of cold rolled

Paper packaging of hot rolled coil for export customers Paper packaging of cold rolled for export customers

STAINLESS STEEL 44
 HANDLING

The selection of steel

Stainless steel type should be selected according to the application environment and purpose so as to keep fine
appearance and extend the life time.

Environment Pastoral area Urban area Industrial area Coastal area

Steel I L M H I L M H I L M H I L M H

High Corrosion
Resistance STS

STS 316

STS 304

STS 430

Note I : Indoor Environment Excessive employment

L : Low Grade Environment Suitable
M : Medium Grade Environment Available given frequent cleaning
H : High Grade Environment Unsuitable

Storing and Transportation

Stainless steel has good corrosion resistance due to the oxidized layer on the surface. Therefore, careful attention should be
paid to maintain the oxidized layer in good condition.

Storing
It is important to store stainless steel away from moisture, dust, grease and lubricant in order to protect its surface from
rust and lowered corrosion resistance when welding.
When moisture penetrates between stainless steel and protective film, the corrosion develops faster than it does without
protective film.
It is strongly recommended to store stainless steel in a clean, dry and well ventilated place preferably in the original
package with an additional cover.
The protective film should not be directly exposed to sunlight, and the film should be inspected regularly.
If the film shows signs of deterioration (film lifespan is approx. 3 months), it should be replaced immediately.
When packaging materials including insent paper get wet, they should be immediately removed to prevent surface
corrosion.

Transportation
Stainless steel from scratch on the surface, rubber and timber supporter should be used during the transportation.
Purposed transportation equipment should be used. To protect stainless steel from fingerprint, carrier should use gloves.

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 HANDLING

Processing & Construction

Cutting & Pressing

For punching and shearing, more pressure is required since stainless steel has higher strength than carbon steel.
Dice and blade should be precisely set to prevent burr and work hardening. Plasma or laser cutting is recommended.
When gas or Arc cutting is unavoidable, however, grinding and/or heat treatment should be performed on the area
affected.

Bending

The steel under 2mm in thickness can be bent by 180 close-processing-method. However, it is desirable for thin
steel to be bent with the same inner radius as the steel thickness in order to reduce cracking of bent area.
If thick steel (2mm and over) is bent in rolling direction, the curvature radius twice the steel thickness should be
applied.

Drawing

In deep drawing, heat resistant and high pressure resistant lubricant should be used to protect the surface from
scratching /friction. After the drawing, the lubricant on the surface should be cleaned clearly.

Welding

Before welding, rust, oil, moisture and paint should be completely removed and an appropriated welding rod should
be selected.
In tack welding, pitch should be shorter than carbon steel and slag should be removed by stainless steel brush.
After welding, grinding and washing processes are required to avoid local corrosion and/or decrease of strength.

Construction

As forwarded, stainless steel is protected from scratch and contamination by the attached protective film. However,
the problems of remaining adhesive liquid and degradation as time passes may occur. Therefore, after constructing
the stainless steel, protective film should be removed and the surface should be cleaned.

It is desirable to use purposed tool for stainless steel. However, if general tool is used, it should be cleaned to
remove metal dust. Cleaning chemicals for tile and stone have strong corrosiveness. So if they contact stainless
steel, it should be cleaned immediately.

At construction site, stainless steel should not be exposed to cements, dust, etc. After construction, it should be
cleaned with neutral detergent. The stainless steel with chemical coloring, etching or coating is susceptible to
discoloration and scratch, and the recovery is not easy. Therefore, the users should pay attention to technical notes
mentioned above.

STAINLESS STEEL 46
Surface washing methods

To reserve the original condition of cleanliness and refinement of stainless steel, periodical washing is required. During
washing, to protect stainless steel from scratch, decolorizer, compound and metal scrubbing brush should not be used.
After washing, detergent should be rinsed out with clean water.

Washing frequency by environment

Environment Urban, industrial, costal area
Rural area Corrosive environment
Part Structure Normal environment (High temperature and humidity,
air pollution)

Place where sediment/

1-2 per year 2-3 per year 3-4 per year
contamination not remained
Exposed to
rainwater
Place where sediment/
2-3 per year 3-4 per year 4-5 per year
contamination remained

Place where sediment/

1-2 per year 3-4 per year 4-5 per year
contamination not remained
Not exposed to
rainwater
Place where sediment/
2-3 per year 4-5 per year 5-6 per year
contamination remained

Washing methods by surface condition

Surface condition Washing method

Dust, filthy to be removed easily Wash in warm water with soap or moderate detergent

Wash in warm water with soap, moderate detergent product and organic solvent
Label, protective film
for adhesive

Grease, fat, oil Clean with soft paper or fabric, and then use neutral detergent or ammonia

Decolorizer, lands of acid attached Wash in water, and then wash with ammonia or sodium bicarbonate in warm water

Wash in hot water of neutral detergent or ammonia, then use detergent containing
Carbonized organic material
fine compound

Finger print Use soft fabric with alcohol, benzene or ether, then wash in water

Rainbow Film Wash in warm water with neutral detergent

Wash with 10% Nitric acid or hydrofluoric acid, then wash with ammonia or sodium
Faded area by welding heat
bicarbonate water

Rust by contaminant Use oxalic acid, sulfuric acid, nitric acid of 10% or detergent containing compound

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