202 Stainless Steel Strip

202 stainless steel strips are the unsung heroes of budget-conscious engineering, blending austenitic corrosion resistance with manganese-driven durability. With 4% nickel and 7.5% manganese, this grade delivers 75% of 304’s performance at 60% of the cost—perfect for architectural trim, food service equipment, and consumer appliances where rust resistance matters but premium pricing doesn’t.

Why 202 Outshines Alternatives

Core Specifications

Composition: 17% Cr / 4% Ni / 7.5% Mn / 0.1% N (ASTM A240 compliant)

Tensile Strength: 620 MPa (Annealed) / 1.100 MPa (Full-Hard Temper)

Surface Finishes: No. 4 brushed, BA (Bright Annealed), or embossed for grip

Industry-Specific Versatility

1. Architectural & Construction

Elevator interior panels | Shopping mall balustrades | LED lighting channels

2. Consumer Goods

Refrigerator door trims | Coffee machine housings | Washing machine drums

3. Food Service

Buffet tray liners | Commercial sink baskets | Bakery display shelves

4. Automotive

Trim moldings for EVs | License plate frames | Seat adjustment rails

Fabrication Excellence

Forming & Welding:

Deep Drawing: Use 1/2H or 3/4H tempers for complex shapes | Apply PTFE-coated dies

Welding: ER308L filler for critical joints | Limit heat input to ≤1.5 kJ/mm to prevent Mn segregation

Surface Enhancement:

PVD coating for scratch-resistant gold/black finishes | Electropolishing for hygienic surfaces

Global Proof of Pragmatic Performance

IKEA Supplier: “202 strips in kitchen shelving systems showed zero rust after 5 years in 85% humidity.”

Tesla Subcontractor: “EV interior trims passed 1.000-hour UV aging tests without color fading.”

McDonald’s Asia: “Food tray liners survived 200.000+ dishwasher cycles with minimal wear.”

Common Surfaces

Stainless Steel Standards Comparison Table