What is SMO 254 Scrap?
SMO 254 scrap refers to discarded or leftover material from SMO 254, an austenitic high-alloy stainless steel with excellent corrosion resistance that's typically recycled due to its valuable metal content, promoting sustainable material usage. Common applications for SMO 254 include chemical processing plants, desalination facilities and marine applications - but any leftover material could end up as SMO 254 scrap!
SMO 254 Scrap stainless steel is widely recognized for its superior corrosion-resistance capabilities. Composed of high amounts of chromium, molybdenum, and nitrogen elements - its corrosion resistant qualities make this metal suitable for applications where harsh chemicals or salty environments may be exposed regularly.
SMO 254 Scrap not only offers outstanding corrosion resistance but also superior machinability - this means it can easily be cut, formed and formed into various components without sacrificing structural integrity, making it the preferred material in industries that demand precision machining processes.
SMO 254 Scrap demonstrates excellent weldability characteristics. This material can be joined through various welding processes without risk of defect formation or degradation of its properties, making it suitable for applications involving joining components together or building complex structures using welding technology.
SMO 254 Scrap can be found widely employed across industries like chemical processing, oil and gas extraction, pulp and paper mills, pharmaceutical production facilities, marine engineering as well as equipment that comes into direct contact with corrosion such as pipelines, heat exchangers, tanks valves pumps.
Due to its corrosion-resistance, SMO 254 Scrap is widely utilized in chemical processing plants for creating equipment like reactors, columns, and vessels. Furthermore, oil & gas industry personnel employ it on offshore platforms, subsea pipelines, refinery equipment as well as offshore platforms and subsea pipelines, it even finds uses in desalination plants, power generation facilities and wastewater treatment plants where its ability to endure adverse environments effectively makes this material attractive.
Apple Steels is a leading dealer and distributor of SMO 254 Scrap in Mumbai, India. SMO 254 Scrap is renowned for its exceptional corrosion resistance and machinability, making it ideal for various industries. It is widely used for its weldability and durability and serves diverse applications in harsh environments.
Material | SMO 254 |
Grade | S31254 / 254 |
Type | Recyclable |
Thickness | 2mm-10mm |
Condition | Waste |
Scrap Type | Turnings, Shavings, Plate Cuts, Round Cuts, Shaftings, Pipe Cuts |
Condition of supply | Loose Bales, Compressed Bales, Pillow Bales, Bulk, Capsules, Side slits |
STANDARD | UNS | WERKSTOFF NR. | EN | AFNOR | SIS |
SMO 254 | S31254 | 1.4547 | X1CrNiMoCuN20-18-7 | Z1 CNDU 20.18.06Az | 2378 |
Grade | Al | B | C | Cr | Co | Cu | Fe | Mn | Ni | P | Si | S |
SMO 254A | 1 – 1.8 | 0.008 max | 0.1 max | 18 – 21 | 0.2 max | 0.2 max | 3 max | 1 max | Balance | 0.045 max | 1 max | 0.015 max |
Grade | Condition | Ultimate Tensile Strength MPA | Yield Strength MPA | Elongation on 4D (min) | Hardness min |
SMO 254A | Solution Annealed & Precipatation Treated (aged) | 994 | 616 | 20 | 300 HV |
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