SUPER DUPLEX STAINLESS STEEL

UNS S32550

UNS S32550 is listed in the SUPER DUPLEX 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.

UNS S32550
MATERIAL INTRODUCTION

UNS S32550

The reference chemistry table for UNS S32550 lists Carbon (C): 0.04% Max; Manganese (Mn): 1.50% Max; Phosphorus (P): 0.040% Max; Sulfur (S): 0.030% Max. Confirm exact limits and analysis tolerances against the governing standard and product form.

The mechanical-property table for UNS S32550 lists Tensile Strength: 760 Minimum MPa; Yield Strength: 550 Minimum MPa; Elongation: 15 Minimum %; Hardness: 302 Maximum BHN. 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 UNS S32550: 1.4507. 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 UNS S32550.

Material UNS S32550
UNS Number S32550
Werkstoff Number 1.4507
Material Type Super Duplex Stainless Steel
MATERIAL PROPERTIES

Chemical Composition

The reference chemistry table lists Carbon (C): 0.04% Max; Manganese (Mn): 1.50% Max; Phosphorus (P): 0.040% Max; Sulfur (S): 0.030% Max. Confirm the governing standard, product analysis tolerances and product form before ordering.

Element Symbol Composition
Carbon C 0.04% Max
Manganese Mn 1.50% Max
Phosphorus P 0.040% Max
Sulfur S 0.030% Max
Silicon Si 1.00% Max
Chromium Cr 24.00 – 27.00%
Nickel Ni 4.50 – 6.50%
Molybdenum Mo 2.90 – 3.90%
Nitrogen N 0.10 – 0.25%
Copper Cu 1.50 – 2.50%
Iron Fe Balance
PERFORMANCE DATA

Mechanical Properties

The table reports Tensile Strength: 760 Minimum MPa; Yield Strength: 550 Minimum MPa; Elongation: 15 Minimum %; Hardness: 302 Maximum BHN as reference data for UNS S32550. Actual requirements depend on condition, dimensions, test method and specification; these values are not design allowables.

Property Value Unit
Tensile Strength 760 Minimum MPa
Yield Strength 550 Minimum MPa
Elongation 15 Minimum %
Hardness 302 Maximum BHN
MATERIAL DATA

Physical Properties

Density 7.81 g/cm³
Elastic Modulus 200 GPa
Thermal Conductivity Approx. 14 W/m·K
Specific Heat Approx. 475 J/kg·K
Electrical Resistivity Approx. 0.85 µΩ·m
WHY SELECT THIS MATERIAL

Material Characteristics

UNS S32550 provides a combination of high mechanical strength, excellent corrosion resistance and good resistance to demanding chloride and acidic environments.

01

Excellent Corrosion Resistance

Provides excellent resistance to general corrosion and localized corrosion in demanding industrial environments.

02

High Mechanical Strength

Offers significantly higher strength than conventional austenitic stainless steels.

03

Chloride Stress Corrosion Resistance

The duplex microstructure provides excellent resistance to chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking.

04

Enhanced Acid Resistance

Copper additions improve performance in certain acidic environments including demanding chemical processing service.

UNS S32550 Bolting Products

INDUSTRIAL USE

Typical Applications

UNS S32550 is selected for applications requiring high strength and excellent corrosion resistance in severe industrial environments.

01

Oil & Gas

Offshore equipment, valves, pumps and components operating in demanding corrosive environments.

02

Marine & Offshore

Marine systems and offshore components exposed to chloride-rich seawater environments.

03

Chemical Processing

Process equipment and components exposed to corrosive chemicals and acidic environments.

04

Desalination Plants

Pumps, piping and equipment handling seawater and high-chloride process streams.

ENGINEERING GUIDE

Engineering Considerations

Corrosion Environment

Consider chloride concentration, acid exposure and operating conditions when selecting UNS S32550.

Fabrication

Appropriate fabrication procedures should be used to maintain the duplex microstructure and corrosion resistance of the material.

Mechanical Requirements

UNS S32550 is suitable where high strength and excellent resistance to demanding corrosive environments are required.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Werkstoff number for UNS S32550?

The commonly listed Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for UNS S32550 is 1.4507. 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.

Is UNS S32550 corrosion resistant?

Yes. UNS S32550 offers excellent resistance to general corrosion, pitting, crevice corrosion and chloride stress corrosion cracking.

Where is UNS S32550 used?

It is commonly used in oil and gas, marine, offshore, chemical processing and seawater desalination applications.

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