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.
Quick sourcing answer
Quick answer about 201 Stainless Steel
Confirm that the intended atmosphere, cleaning practice and corrosion exposure are suitable before choosing 201 for a cost-driven application.
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 |
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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