Type 302 (UNS S30200)
Description
Type 302 is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel that is available in the annealed and cold worked conditions. Type 302 is a higher carbon, earlier version of Type 304 stainless steel, and many 302 applications have switched to Type 304 with the improvements in melting technology. Type 302 is non-magnetic in the annealed condition but becomes magnetic as a result of cold working.
Type 302 is corrosion resistant in many environments, and the corrosion properties are similar to that of 304/304L stainless steel. The susceptibility to carbide precipitation during welding restricts the use of Type 302 in some applications and 304L is used because of its lower carbon content for welded applications.
Chemical Composition
Chemical Composition (wt%) limits as specified in ASTM A240 and ASME SA240*
Element |
302 |
Carbon |
0.15 |
Chromium |
17.0-19.0 |
Nickel |
8.0-10.0 |
Manganese |
2.00 |
Silicon |
0.75 |
Nitrogen |
0.10 |
Phosphorus |
0.045 |
Sulfur |
0.030 |
* Maximum, unless range is indicated
Mechanical Properties
Mechanical property requirements for annealed product as specified in ASTM A240 and ASME SA240
Mechanical property requirements for cold worked flat rolled products as specified in ASTM A666
Physical Properties
Physical properties for Type 302 stainless steel
Standards
Typical standards for Type 302 stainless steel
Data are typical, are provided for informational purposes, and should not be construed as maximum or minimum values for specification or for final design, or for a particular use or application. The data may be revised anytime without notice. We make no representation or warranty as to its accuracy and assume no duty to update. Actual data on any particular product or material may vary from those shown herein.