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431 Stainless Steel

Where Strength Meets Sophistication — Stainless Steel that Redefines Durability, Precision, and Lasting Elegance for Every Application.

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431 Stainless Steel

431 Stainless Steel is a high‑chromium, low‑nickel martensitic stainless alloy known for its excellent strength, good toughness and improved corrosion resistance compared to many other martensitic grades.

Key Features

This grade offers high tensile and torsional strength, good polishability and moderate corrosion resistance, making it well suited to shafts, fasteners, pumps and marine hardware that require both mechanical performance and stainless behaviours.

Typical Applications
  • Pump and propeller shafts
  • Valve stems, nuts and bolts
  • Marine hardware, drive shafts
  • Structural parts exposed to high stress
Forms of Supply

Offered in bars, flats, plates, rounds and forgings, typically in quenched & tempered (hardened) condition. Custom cut‑to‑size and finished formats available for delivery across the UAE & Gulf region.

Technical Specifications

Chemical Composition
  • Carbon (C): ≤ 0.20% – supports hardenability and high tensile strength.
  • Silicon (Si): ≤ 1.00% – supports de‑oxidation and strength.
  • Manganese (Mn): ≤ 1.00% – improves toughness and structural integrity.
  • Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.04% – helps maintain ductility.
  • Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.03% – improves machinability though may reduce corrosion resistance.
  • Chromium (Cr): 15.0–17.0% – delivers corrosion resistance and hardenability.
  • Nickel (Ni): 1.25–2.50% – enhances toughness and control of martensitic structure.
  • Iron (Fe): Balance – main matrix element.
Certifications
  • Supplied with standard Mill Test Certificates (MTC) confirming chemical and mechanical test values.
  • Available with EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 inspection certification or equivalent third‑party inspection on request.
  • Conformant to international standards such as ASTM A276 / UNS S43100 for bars and shapes; other verifications offered upon project requirements.
  • Contact our sales team for project‑specific traceability, testing witness or third‑party inspection documentation.

Technical Assistance

Our expert team and in-house metallurgists are available to provide guidance on any technical queries. At Silver Metal, we combine extensive industry knowledge with rigorous quality control to ensure every product meets the highest standards.

Silver Metal supplies high-quality metals and materials for a wide range of industries, including construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, and architectural projects across the UAE and Gulf region.

Yes! We offer tailored solutions and processing options to meet your exact project requirements. Our team can guide you through customization for all our products.

Absolutely. Each product comes with detailed technical datasheets, and our in-house metallurgists are available to assist with any technical queries.

You can easily contact our team via the website to request a quote or discuss your project. We provide professional support to ensure your requirements are met accurately and efficiently.

Custom Orders & Support

Looking for a specific grade, finish, or size? Our team provides tailored metal solutions to match your project requirements. Contact us today.

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