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Why is austenitic stainless steel not heat treatable?

It is possible to expose austenitic stainless steels to different heat treatments, but there is no increase in strength.

What makes austenitic stainless steel non-magnetic?

The internal microstructure of austenitic stainless steels is not influenced by an external magnet, and is non-magnetic.

What happens to austenitic stainless steel when it is deformed?

Austenitic stainless steels will work-harden when deformed.

Is austenitic stainless steel ferrous?

A ferrous metal is one that contains iron. Therefore, stainless steels are ferrous metals as their main constituent is iron.

Does austenitic stainless steel rust?

Under the wrong circumstances, all forms of stainless steel will corrode or rust.

What is the difference between austenitic and martensitic stainless steel?

The different type of microstructure between these families of alloys infers very different mechanical and physical properties.

Is super duplex stainless steel magnetic?

Super duplex grades are considered magnetic on account of their mixed austenitic and ferritic microstructure.

What is a pitting resistance equivalent number?

The Pitting Resistance Equivalent Number is a helpful theoretical way of comparing the pitting corrosion resistance of various alloys.

What is desulfurisation?

Desulfurisation is the process to reduce undesirable sulphur content in steels, thereby improving their impact toughness.

Is duplex stainless steel magnetic?

Duplex stainless steels are considered magnetic due to their combination of austenitic and ferritic microstructure.

How to measure pitting corrosion

There are many different approaches to the measurement of corrosion, and specifically pitting corrosion.

What is Sandvik?

Sandvik are a Swedish company associated with the production of high-performance stainless steels for many years.

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