Stainless Steel 201

Stainless steel 201 offers a certain degree of resistance to acids and alkalis, with high density and a polished surface free of bubbles or pinholes. It is a premium material for manufacturing various watch cases and back covers for watch straps, and is mainly used in decorative pipes, industrial pipes, and some shallow-drawn products.

Physical Properties

Tensile Strength	520 MPa
Yield Strength (Rp0.2)	275 MPa
Elongation (A50mm / A5)	55 ~ 60%
Modulus of Elasticity	29,000,000 psi Modulus of Elasticity: 203,000 MPa
Hardness Requirement (Rockwell hardness)	HRB ≤ 100
Density	280 lbs / cubic inch 7.93 g/cm³ (280 lb/in³)
Specific Heat Capacity	0.50
Thermal Conductivity（W·m-1·K-1）	（100℃）16.3，（500℃）21.5
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion（10-6·K-1）	（0~100℃）17.2，（0~500℃）18.4
Electrical Resistivity（20℃，10-6Ω·m2/m）	0.73
Longitudinal Modulus of Elasticity（20℃，KN/mm2）	193

Surface Treatment

● Brushing

● Bead blasting

● Powder Coating

● Silkscreen

● Laser marking

Applications

Stainless steel 201 is widely used across industries due to its corrosion resistance, durability, and aesthetic appeal. Key applications include decorative and industrial pipes, architectural fittings (handrails, door handles, stair railings), kitchenware, and furniture. It is also applied in automotive components, consumer electronics, mechanical parts, chemical containers, and food processing equipment. Additionally, its biocompatibility supports medical devices, while its stability makes it suitable for environmental protection equipment such as waste incinerators and wastewater treatment systems.

Last updated on Sep 15,2025