Chromium-nickel-manganese austenitic grade
201 Stainless Steel
201 stainless steel is used in cost-sensitive decorative and formed products when its corrosion performance is suitable for the environment. It should not be substituted for 304 solely on appearance or price; grade, exposure and fabrication requirements must be checked.
Final material selection remains the responsibility of the project design authority. Confirm product form, governing standard and current availability with sales.
Specification overview
| Material standard | Confirm with sales |
|---|---|
| Product form and dimensions | Confirm with sales |
| Finish and protective film | Confirm with sales |
| Application environment | State in RFQ for suitability review |
Selection note
Confirm that the intended atmosphere, cleaning practice and corrosion exposure are suitable before choosing 201 for a cost-driven application.
Characteristics
- Austenitic grade with manganese and reduced nickel relative to common 300-series grades
- Suitable for many decorative forming applications
- Available with multiple visual finishes subject to confirmation
- Corrosion performance differs from 304 and 316L
Available forms
Common finishes
Typical applications
- Interior decorative metalwork
- Commercial equipment trim
- Formed panels
- General fabrication in suitable environments