Stainless Steel 1.4002-CD (Cold drawn)
Supply condition
EN 1.4002 · UNS S40500 · AISI/SAE 405
Bar/wire condition with tighter tolerances and higher strength; ductility and formability drop.
Values for the CD condition
Other 1.4002 tempers and conditions
1.4002 is listed in 3 conditions; see the grade overview at 1.4002.
Compare all 3 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Stress relieved | Applied to heavy welded fabrications to relieve residual stress and restore HAZ ductility. | 225 | 455 | 25 | 150 HB | 2.9 % IACS |
AnnealedDefault Annealed (softened, ~780–830 °C, air/furnace cooled) | Standard stocked condition for plate, sheet, bar and tube; maximum ductility and best weld/form behaviour. | 230 | 460 | 26 | 150 HB | — |
CDThis page Cold drawn | Bar/wire condition with tighter tolerances and higher strength; ductility and formability drop. | 420 | 560 | 15 | 11 HRC | 2.9 % IACS |
What is 1.4002-CD?
1.4002-CD is 1.4002 supplied in the CD condition — bar/wire condition with tighter tolerances and higher strength; ductility and formability drop. 1.4002-CD has a yield strength of 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) — stronger than 64% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 15% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi). 1.4002-CD has a density of 7.7 g/cm³ (0.278 lb/in³), lighter than 83% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,480°C (2,696 °F). Annealed is the default condition FabDigit quotes; CD is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- Easy to machine — 60/100, better than 98% of stainless steel grades
- Conducts heat well — 27 W/m·K (15.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 97% of stainless steel grades
- High electrical conductivity — 2.9 % IACS, better than 87% of stainless steel grades
- Low embodied carbon — 3.6 kg CO₂/kg, better than 83% of stainless steel grades
Limitations
- Needs corrosion protection — 40/100, worse than 93% of stainless steel grades
- Limited ductility — 15%, worse than 89% of stainless steel grades
- Hard to polish — 55/100, worse than 89% of stainless steel grades
1.4002-CD properties
Typical room-temperature values for 1.4002-CD; 23 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are 1.4002 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among stainless steel grades.
Physical3
1.4002-CD has a density of 7.7 g/cm³ (0.278 lb/in³), lighter than 83% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,480°C (2,696 °F).
Mechanical14
1.4002-CD has a yield strength of 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) — stronger than 64% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 15% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi).
Thermal6
1.4002-CD is rated for continuous service to 450°C (842 °F). It conducts heat at 27 W/m·K (15.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 97% of stainless steel grades. Thermal expansion is 10.8 µm/m·K (6 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
1.4002-CD conducts electricity at 2.9 % IACS, better than 87% of stainless steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is fair (40/100), worse than 93% of stainless steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of 1.4002-CD takes about 50 MJ of energy and emits 3.6 kg of CO₂ — less than 80% of stainless steel grades. Typical recycled content is 65%.
Manufacturability7
1.4002-CD's machinability is good (60/100, better than 98% of stainless steel grades); weldability very good (72/100); formability fair (40/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with 1.4002-CD
Is 1.4002 easy to machine?
Machines like annealed 410 but gummier — use sharp positive-rake carbide, rigid setups, 60–100 m/min, generous coolant, and avoid dwelling to prevent work-hardened skin.
Can 1.4002 be welded?
Best-in-class among 13Cr grades: Al stabilization prevents HAZ martensite so preheat is often unnecessary; use 405/430 or austenitic 309L/308L filler, low heat input, and PWHT at 730–790 °C on heavy sections to limit grain-coarsening embrittlement.
Can 1.4002 be formed, bent or molded?
Cold form in the annealed condition with generous bend radii (≥1.5t) and allowance for ~15–20 % springback; hot work at 800–1050 °C then anneal, and avoid holding at 400–550 °C (475 °C embrittlement).
What surface finishes work on 1.4002?
Passivate per ASTM A967 or pickle after welding to restore the chromium oxide film; takes brushed and mirror finishes less brightly than 430, and is commonly painted or aluminized for furnace service.
1.4002 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| CEN 10088-2 max 0.08 | ≤ 0.08 | 0.05 |
| Si | ≤ 1 | 0.4 |
| Mn | ≤ 1 | 0.5 |
| P | ≤ 0.04 | 0.03 |
| SASTM A240 grade 405 allows S ≤ 0.030 | ≤ 0.02 | 0.01 |
| CrASTM 405: 11.5–14.5 | 12 – 14 | 13 |
| Alferrite stabilizer, suppresses HAZ hardening | 0.1 – 0.3 | 0.2 |
| NiASTM A240 limit; not specified in EN 10088-2 | ≤ 0.6 | 0.3 |
| Fe | balance | — |
1.4002-CD — frequently asked
What is 1.4002-CD used for?
1.4002-CD is typically used for welded pressure vessels, heat exchangers and furnace components. In short: most weldable 13Cr grade; al-stabilized, no HAZ martensite; pressure-vessel ferritic stainless.
What is the yield strength of 1.4002-CD?
1.4002-CD has a typical yield strength of 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) — stronger than 64% of stainless steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 3 listed tempers.
Is 1.4002-CD easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (60/100, better than 98% of stainless steel grades). Machines like annealed 410 but gummier — use sharp positive-rake carbide, rigid setups, 60–100 m/min, generous coolant, and avoid dwelling to prevent work-hardened skin.
Can 1.4002-CD be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated very good (72/100). Best-in-class among 13Cr grades: Al stabilization prevents HAZ martensite so preheat is often unnecessary; use 405/430 or austenitic 309L/308L filler, low heat input, and PWHT at 730–790 °C on heavy sections to limit grain-coarsening embrittlement.
What surface finishes work on 1.4002-CD?
Passivate per ASTM A967 or pickle after welding to restore the chromium oxide film; takes brushed and mirror finishes less brightly than 430, and is commonly painted or aluminized for furnace service.
Can 1.4002-CD be formed, bent or molded?
Cold form in the annealed condition with generous bend radii (≥1.5t) and allowance for ~15–20 % springback; hot work at 800–1050 °C then anneal, and avoid holding at 400–550 °C (475 °C embrittlement).
What is the maximum service temperature of 1.4002-CD?
1.4002-CD is rated for continuous use to about 450°C (842 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between 1.4002 Annealed and 1.4002-CD?
Annealed is the default condition — standard stocked condition for plate, sheet, bar and tube; maximum ductility and best weld/form behaviour. CD: bar/wire condition with tighter tolerances and higher strength; ductility and formability drop. Yield strength is 230 MPa in Annealed versus 420 MPa in CD.
Sources
- EN 10088-1/-2 Stainless steels — list of grades and technical delivery conditions for sheet/plate/strip — CEN (2014)
- ASTM A240/A240M Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip — ASTM International (2023)
- ASTM A276/A276M Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes — ASTM International (2023)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 1 — Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels, and High-Performance Alloys — ASM International (1990)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 13B — Corrosion: Materials — ASM International (2005)
- GB/T 1220 / GB/T 4237 (0Cr13Al ) (2016)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.