Looking for high-performance stainless steel that excels in demanding, high-temperature environments? Our Stainless Steel 422 bar is a premium martensitic grade, engineered for applications requiring superior strength, toughness, and corrosion resistance at elevated temperatures.
422 stainless steel stands out with its higher chromium content, along with added molybdenum and vanadium, making it ideal for high-heat and high-stress environments. With exceptional oxidation resistance and durability, SS 422 is trusted in industries like aerospace, power generation, and gas turbines, where materials must perform reliably at temperatures up to 1200°F in high-stress conditions, and up to 1450°F for oxidation resistance in low-stress environments.
At Best Stainless, we are committed to providing top-quality stainless steel products with fast turnaround times and tailored solutions for your specific project needs. Contact us today for expert advice and to request a quote on 422 stainless steel bar in the sizes and conditions you require.
422 Round Bar Stock
While 422 stainless steel round bar typically comes in lengths up to 12', we carry stock up to 16' for larger projects.
422 Stainless Steel Mechanical Properties
| Condition | Tensile Strength (PSI) | Yield Strength (PSI) | Elongation (% in 2 in.) | Reduction of Area (%) | Brinell Hardness (BHN) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM A565 - Q&T / SR | 110,000 | 90,000 | 13 | 35 | 302-331 |
| AMS 5655 - H&T | 140,000 | 115,000 | 13 | 25 | 293-341 |
Heat Treatment Options
Stainless Steel 422 can be supplied in the following conditions:
- ASTM A565: Quenched & Tempered (Q&T) / Stress Relieved (SR)
- AMS 5655: Hardened & Tempered (H&T)
422 Stainless Steel Applications
- Aerospace Components
- Turbine Blades
- Valve Parts
422 Stainless Steel Composition (Percentage by Weight)
- Carbon: 0.20% - 0.25%
- Chromium: 11.00% - 12.50%
- Molybdenum: 0.90% - 1.25%
- Vanadium: 0.20% - 0.30%
- Nickel: 0.50% - 1.00%
- Silicon: 0.50% max
- Sulfur: 0.025% max
- Phosphorus: 0.025% max
Specifications
- UNS S42200
- AISI 616
- AMS 5655 Bars / Wire / Forging H&T
- ASTM A565 GRD 616 (Bar)
- DOD F 24669/7
- MIL S 861
- BS 970; 442S19
- EN61
- EN 1.4935 (European Standard)
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