904L Stainless Steel Bar Becomes Preferred Choice in High-Temperature Industries
In a significant development, 904L stainless steel bars have emerged as the favored material in high-temperature industries, revolutionizing the way various sectors handle extreme heat environments. With its exceptional heat resistance and corrosion resilience, 904L stainless steel has established itself as the go-to option for critical applications where elevated temperatures pose a challenge.
The appeal of 904L stainless steel lies in its unique composition and properties. This alloy boasts an elevated chromium content of 23-28%, coupled with low carbon and a higher nickel content (19-23%). These attributes contribute to its impressive ability to maintain structural integrity and resist oxidation even in conditions that would ordinarily cause significant deterioration in other materials.
Stainless Steel 904L Bar Equivalent Grades
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | KS | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 904L | 1.4539 | N08904 | SUS 904L | 904S13 | STS 317J5L | Z2 NCDU 25-20 | X1NiCrMoCu25-20-5 |
Chemical Composition
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | Cu |
| SS 904L | 0.020 max | 2.00 max | 1.00 max | 0.040 max | 0.030 max | 19.00 – 23.00 | 4.00 – 5.00 max | 23.00 – 28.00 | 1.00 – 2.00 |
Mechanical properties
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 7.95 g/cm3 | 1350 °C (2460 °F) | Psi – 71000 , MPa – 490 | Psi – 32000 , MPa – 220 | 35 % |
