430 Stainless Steel Powder Description
430 Stainless Steel Powder is a finely powdered form of stainless steel alloy 430, which is ferritic stainless steel containing chromium as the primary alloying element. It possesses good corrosion resistance, high-temperature oxidation resistance, and moderate strength. 430 stainless steel just like 304 stainless steel is widely used in kitchenware. Without Ni, 430 is cheaper than 304 but at the same time shows worse corrosion resistance in the long term. Grade 304 gives larger longevity and better malleability at a higher cost than grade 430. But in the short term, there’s no big difference.
430 Stainless Steel Powder Specifications
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Particle Size
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45~150μm, or customized
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Density
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7.9g/cm3
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Purity
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99.9%
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Morphology
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spherical
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430 Stainless Steel Powder Content
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Element
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Fe
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Cr
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Ni
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C
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Si
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wt%
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Bal.
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16~18
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≤0.6
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≤0.12
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≤0.75
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430 Stainless Steel Powder Applications
- Metal Injection Molding (MIM): 430 Stainless Steel Powder is utilized in the MIM process to produce small stainless steel components with good corrosion resistance. These components find applications in the automotive, electronics, and consumer goods industries.
- Powder Metallurgy (PM): The powder is used in powder metallurgy processes such as compaction and sintering to manufacture stainless steel parts with moderate strength and corrosion resistance. These parts are employed in the production of machinery, household appliances, and industrial equipment.
- Additive Manufacturing (AM): 430 Stainless Steel Powder is used in additive manufacturing techniques like selective laser melting (SLM) or electron beam melting (EBM) to fabricate stainless steel parts with moderate corrosion resistance. These parts find applications in prototyping, tooling, and low-stress components.
- Stainless Steel Coatings: The powder is employed in thermal spray coatings to provide a protective layer on various substrates. It offers good corrosion resistance and heat resistance, making it suitable for applications in the automotive, aerospace, and marine industries.
- Decorative Applications: 430 Stainless Steel Powder is utilized in decorative applications such as metal powders for 3D printing or surface finishes. It provides an aesthetic appeal, corrosion resistance, and durability in applications such as jewelry, architectural components, and household products.
430 Stainless Steel Powder Packaging
Our 430 Stainless Steel Powder is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
