430L Stainless Steel Powder Description
430L Stainless Steel Powder is a low-carbon content version of 430 stainless steel powder. It has good corrosion resistance, high-temperature oxidation resistance, and moderate strength. 430L stainless steel is as widely used in kitchenware as 304 stainless steel. Without Ni, 430L is cheaper than 304 but at the same time shows worse corrosion resistance in the long run. Grade 304 gives larger longevity and better malleability at a higher cost than grade 430L. But in the short term, there is no big difference.
430L Stainless Steel Powder Specifications
Particle Size
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45~150μm, or customized
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Metal Density
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7.65g/cm3
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Apparent Density
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2.8 g/cm3
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Purity
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99.9%
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Morphology
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Spherical/Nonspherical
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430L Stainless Steel Powder Content
Element
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Fe
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Cr
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Mn
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Ni
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C
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Si
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S
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wt%
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Bal.
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16~18
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1.0
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≤0.6
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≤0.05
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≤0.75
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0.03
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430L Stainless Steel Powder Applications
- Metal Injection Molding (MIM): 430L 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): 430L 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: 430L 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.
430L Stainless Steel Powder Packaging
Our 430L Stainless Steel Powder is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.