Abstract
CRUCIBLE 303 PLUS-X is a non-hardenable austenitic chromium-nickel steel to which elements have been added to improve machinability and non-galling characteristics. Better machinability than that of standard AISI Type 303 stainless is obtained by the use of higher manganese content to give a uniquely soft and machinable sulfide inclusion. This grade is non-magnetic in the annealed condition but slightly magnetic when cold worked. Typical applications are screw machine products and all machined parts requiring good corrosion resistance or non-magnetic properties. This datasheet provides information on composition, physical properties, hardness, elasticity, and tensile properties as well as fracture toughness. It also includes information on corrosion resistance as well as forming, heat treating, machining, and joining. Filing Code: SS-387. Producer or source: Crucible Specialty Metals Division, Colt Industries.
