10Cr17Mo (1Cr17Mo) Ferritic Stainless Steel

10Cr17Mo (1Cr17Mo) Ferritic Stainless Steel

10Cr17Mo (1Cr17Mo) Ferritic Stainless Steel: Complete Data Sheet to GB/T 4237

Chemical composition, mechanical and physical properties, international equivalents and application guide of 10Cr17Mo ferritic stainless steel according to GB/T 4237.

Welding, bending, deep drawing, stamping, blanking, limited machining

10Cr17Mo Ferritic Stainless Steel Introduction

10Cr17Mo (formerly 1Cr17Mo) is a ferritic stainless steel standardized in GB/T 4237-2015 for hot-rolled plates and coils. It contains 16–18% chromium and 0.75–1.25% molybdenum, which significantly improves corrosion resistance, particularly in mildly aggressive environments and against pitting and crevice corrosion compared to plain chromium ferritic grades.
The alloy offers good ductility, moderate strength, and is non-hardenable by heat treatment. Typical delivery condition is annealed and descaled. It is widely used in automotive exhaust systems, kitchenware, architectural trim, and heat exchanger components where cost-effective stainless steel with enhanced corrosion performance is required. The material is magnetic and can be welded with appropriate procedures, though ferritic grades require careful heat input control to avoid grain growth.

10Cr17Mo Ferritic Stainless Steel Chemical Composition according to GB/T 4237-2015

Composition limits for 10Cr17Mo heat analysis. All values are maximum unless a range is given. Elements not listed are not intentionally added and present as residuals only within limits permitted by the standard.

Chemical ElementStandard Value (wt. %)Remarks
Carbon (C)<=0.12
Silicon (Si)<=1.00
Manganese (Mn)<=1.00
Phosphorus (P)<=0.040
Sulfur (S)<=0.030
Chromium (Cr)16.00–18.00Key for corrosion resistance
Molybdenum (Mo)0.75–1.25Enhances pitting resistance
Nickel (Ni)<=0.60Residual element; not required

10Cr17Mo Ferritic Stainless Steel Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Physical properties for 10Cr17Mo ferritic stainless steel in the annealed state. These are representative data; exact values can vary slightly with processing. Thermal expansion and conductivity influence design for elevated temperature service.

PropertyTypical ValueUnitTest Condition / Temperature
Density (ρ)7.70g/cm³20 °C
Modulus of Elasticity (E)200GPa20 °C
Shear Modulus (G)77GPa20 °C (calculated)
Poisson's Ratio (ν)0.28-20 °C (typical for ferritic SS)
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)10.410⁻⁶/K20–100 °C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)10.810⁻⁶/K20–200 °C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)11.310⁻⁶/K20–300 °C
Thermal Expansion Coefficient (α)11.710⁻⁶/K20–400 °C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)26.0W/(m·K)100 °C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)25.5W/(m·K)300 °C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)25.0W/(m·K)500 °C
Specific Heat Capacity (cₚ)460J/(kg·K)20–100 °C
Electrical Resistivity (ρ_e)0.60μΩ·m20 °C

10Cr17Mo Ferritic Stainless Steel Mechanical Properties at room temperature

Mechanical properties for annealed plates/coils according to GB/T 4237-2015. Tensile test transverse or longitudinal as agreed. Hardness values listed are separate acceptance criteria; only one method (HBW, HRB, or HV) is typically specified. Bend test ≤180° with no cracking.

PropertyStandard RequirementUnitTest Condition
Yield Strength (Rp0.2)>=205MPaRoom temperature, annealed
Tensile Strength (Rm)>=450MPaRoom temperature, annealed
Elongation (A)>=22%Gauge length 50 mm (or as specified)
Bend Testd = 2a, 180°-No cracks permitted
Hardness, Brinell (HBW)<=183-Annealed condition
Hardness, Rockwell B (HRB)<=89-Annealed condition
Hardness, Vickers (HV)<=200-Annealed condition

10Cr17Mo Ferritic Stainless Steel Full Equivalent Material Standards and Designations

Country/RegionStandardDesignation / GradeRemarks
ChinaGB/T 423710Cr17Mo (1Cr17Mo)Original standard; hot-rolled plate/coil
USAASTM A240/A240MUNS S43400 (Type 434)Slight difference in C (≤0.12) and Mo (0.75–1.25)
EUEN 10088-21.4113 X6CrMo17-1C ≤0.08 max; Mo 0.90–1.40; Cr 16.0–18.0
JapanJIS G4304SUS434Cr 16.00–18.00, Mo 0.75–1.25, C ≤0.12
InternationalISO 15510X6CrMo17-1Similar to EN grade

10Cr17Mo Ferritic Stainless Steel Application Introduction

10Cr17Mo delivers a balance of corrosion resistance, mechanical strength and cost. Its molybdenum addition broadens the range of service environments compared to standard 430 steel. Typical applications include:

  • Automotive exhaust system parts where condensate corrosion resistance is needed
  • Kitchen sinks, cutlery and catering equipment requiring occasional exposure to mild acids
  • Architectural interior and exterior panels
  • Heat exchanger plates and tubing for non-severe chemical environments

Product Applications: Exhaust pipes, mufflers, catalytic converter shells, Cutlery (knives, forks, spoons), kitchen sinks, Decorative trim, elevator panels, roofing sheets, Heat exchanger plates, condenser tubing, Food storage and preparation equipment

Processed into products: Exhaust flanges, hangers, brackets, Knife blades (stamped, hardened by cold work), Fasteners (screws, bolts) and rivets, Stamped baffles and flow guides, Structural brackets requiring moderate corrosion resistance

Application industries: Automotive, Household Appliances, Architecture and Construction, Food Processing and Catering, Heat Exchanger Manufacturing

10Cr17Mo Ferritic Stainless Steel Similar / Closely Related Materials

Country/RegionStandardDesignationRemarks
ChinaGB/T 423710Cr17 (SUS430 equivalent)No Mo addition; lower pitting resistance; less costly
ChinaGB/T 423710Cr17MoNb (SUS436 equivalent)Includes Nb for stabilization; better intergranular corrosion resistance
ChinaGB/T 3280022Cr18Ti (SUS430LX equivalent)Ultra-low carbon, Ti stabilized; improved formability
USAASTM A240UNS S43000 (Type 430)Similar base but no Mo; may serve where Mo is not required
EUEN 10088-21.4016 X6Cr17Cr-only ferritic, no Mo; lower corrosion resistance

Notes:

Welding: Can be welded by most common methods (TIG, MIG, resistance). Ferritic stainless steels are susceptible to grain growth in the heat-affected zone; use low heat input and consider post-weld annealing for critical applications. Filler metal matching or slightly over-alloyed (e.g., AWS E/ER430 or 308L for dissimilar joints) may be used.
Heat Treatment: Not hardenable by heat treatment. Annealing at 750–850 °C followed by rapid cooling restores ductility.
Cold Working: Can be moderately cold formed, but springback is higher than austenitic grades; deep drawing requires attention to grain size.

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