AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STEEL

Nitronic 60

Nitronic 60 is listed in the AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STEEL material family. The reference data below should be checked against the governing product specification, product form and delivery condition before selection or certification.

Nitronic 60
MATERIAL INTRODUCTION

Nitronic 60

The reference chemistry table for Nitronic 60 lists Chromium (Cr): Corrosion-resistant alloying element; Nickel (Ni): Austenite stabilizer; Nitrogen (N): Strengthening addition; Manganese / silicon (Mn / Si): Grade-dependent additions. Confirm exact limits and analysis tolerances against the governing standard and product form.

The mechanical-property table for Nitronic 60 lists Tensile Strength: Condition and product-form dependent —; Yield Strength: Condition and product-form dependent —; Elongation: Condition and product-form dependent %; Hardness: Grade and condition dependent —. These are reference entries; supplied condition, dimensions, test method and governing specification control the requirements, and the figures are not design allowables.

Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for Nitronic 60: 1.4361. This comparison does not guarantee interchangeability; confirm chemistry, product form and condition against the governing specification.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Material Identification

Standard identification and material designation information for Nitronic 60.

Material Nitronic 60
UNS Number S21800
Werkstoff Number 1.4361
Material Type Silicon-strengthened austenitic stainless steel
MATERIAL PROPERTIES

Chemical Composition

The reference chemistry table lists Chromium (Cr): Corrosion-resistant alloying element; Nickel (Ni): Austenite stabilizer; Nitrogen (N): Strengthening addition; Manganese / silicon (Mn / Si): Grade-dependent additions. Confirm the governing standard, product analysis tolerances and product form before ordering.

Element / feature Symbol Grade information
Chromium Cr Corrosion-resistant alloying element
Nickel Ni Austenite stabilizer
Nitrogen N Strengthening addition
Manganese / silicon Mn / Si Grade-dependent additions
Other elements — Limits controlled by applicable specification
PERFORMANCE DATA

Mechanical Properties

The table reports Tensile Strength: Condition and product-form dependent —; Yield Strength: Condition and product-form dependent —; Elongation: Condition and product-form dependent %; Hardness: Grade and condition dependent — as reference data for Nitronic 60. Actual requirements depend on condition, dimensions, test method and specification; these values are not design allowables.

Property Value Unit
Tensile Strength Condition and product-form dependent —
Yield Strength Condition and product-form dependent —
Elongation Condition and product-form dependent %
Hardness Grade and condition dependent —
MATERIAL DATA

Physical Properties

Density Typically about 7.9–8.1 g/cm³
Elastic Modulus Typically about 193 GPa
Thermal Conductivity Typically about 14–17 W/m·K
Specific Heat Typically about 500 J/kg·K
Melting Range Typically about 1370–1450°C
WHY SELECT THIS MATERIAL

Material Characteristics

Nitronic 60 is an austenitic stainless steel developed for high wear resistance and galling resistance while retaining useful corrosion resistance and fabricability. Key performance features vary by grade and condition.

01

Excellent galling resistance

Nitronic 60 is selected when excellent galling resistance is important in service.

02

High wear resistance

The grade provides high wear resistance, subject to product form and specification.

03

Good corrosion resistance

This characteristic supports use of Nitronic 60 in appropriate industrial environments.

04

Good fabricability

Performance depends on the certified material condition and governing specification.

Nitronic 60 Bolting Products

INDUSTRIAL USE

Typical Applications

Nitronic 60 is selected for bolting and engineered components where its corrosion, temperature or fabrication characteristics match the service environment.

01

General Industrial Use

Typical applications include galling-resistant fasteners. Confirm suitability against the project specification, temperature, media and product condition.

02

Process & Chemical Service

Typical applications include valve and pump parts. Confirm suitability against the project specification, temperature, media and product condition.

03

Bolting & Fasteners

Typical applications include wear components. Confirm suitability against the project specification, temperature, media and product condition.

04

High-Temperature / Special Service

Typical applications include industrial machinery. Confirm suitability against the project specification, temperature, media and product condition.

ENGINEERING GUIDE

Engineering Considerations

Material Selection

Consider corrosion environment, temperature, product form, fastener size, heat treatment and the governing specification when selecting Nitronic 60.

Formability

Corrosion Resistance: Nitronic 60 is intended for corrosion-resistant service, but actual performance depends on the environment, concentration, temperature and surface condition.

Mechanical Requirements

Mechanical Requirements: use certified mechanical properties for the exact grade, product form and condition; do not substitute generic family values for design allowables.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Werkstoff number for Nitronic 60?

The commonly listed Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for Nitronic 60 is 1.4361. Treat this as a grade comparison, not a guarantee of interchangeability. Verify chemistry, product form, condition and governing specification against the supplier certificate before substitution.

Where is Nitronic 60 used?

Typical applications include galling-resistant fasteners, valve and pump parts, wear components. Suitability depends on service environment and product condition.

Are the mechanical properties of Nitronic 60 condition dependent?

Yes. Tensile strength, yield strength, elongation and hardness vary with product form, heat treatment, cold work, section size and the governing specification.

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