Stainless Steel 1.4017-CD (Cold drawn)
Supply condition
EN 1.4017
Cold drawn bar for turned parts needing tight tolerance and higher strength than annealed.
Values for the CD condition
Other 1.4017 tempers and conditions
1.4017 is listed in 5 conditions; see the grade overview at 1.4017.
Compare all 5 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hot rolled + annealed (plate, bar, 1D finish) | Thicker plate and hot-rolled bar for machined or fabricated parts where surface finish is secondary. | 290 | 480 | 24 | 155 HB | 2.9 % IACS |
AnnealedDefault cold rolled + annealed sheet/strip (2B) | Standard stocked condition for decorative panels, appliance parts and drawn components. | 300 | 500 | 25 | 160 HB | — |
CDThis page Cold drawn | Cold drawn bar for turned parts needing tight tolerance and higher strength than annealed. | 480 | 600 | 15 | 195 HB | 2.9 % IACS |
Quarter hard | Light temper rolling for flat, springy panels and clips with moderate remaining formability. | 500 | 620 | 10 | 210 HB | 2.9 % IACS |
Half hard | For flat springs, shims and stiff thin panels where only simple bends are required. | 600 | 720 | 6 | 23 HRC | 2.9 % IACS |
What is 1.4017-CD?
1.4017-CD is 1.4017 supplied in the CD condition — cold drawn bar for turned parts needing tight tolerance and higher strength than annealed. 1.4017-CD has a yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 600 MPa (87 ksi) — stronger than 75% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 15% and the elastic modulus is 220 GPa (31.9 Msi). 1.4017-CD has a density of 7.7 g/cm³ (0.278 lb/in³), lighter than 83% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,425°C (2,597 °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 — 25 W/m·K (14.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 93% of stainless steel grades
- Low embodied carbon — 3.4 kg CO₂/kg, better than 91% of stainless steel grades
- High electrical conductivity — 2.9 % IACS, better than 87% of stainless steel grades
- High strength — 480 MPa (69.6 ksi), better than 75% of stainless steel grades
Limitations
- Needs corrosion protection — 38/100, worse than 95% of stainless steel grades
- Limited service temperature — 300°C (572 °F), worse than 90% of stainless steel grades
- Limited ductility — 15%, worse than 89% of stainless steel grades
- Difficult to weld — 52/100, worse than 76% of stainless steel grades
1.4017-CD properties
Typical room-temperature values for 1.4017-CD; 21 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are 1.4017 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among stainless steel grades.
Physical3
1.4017-CD has a density of 7.7 g/cm³ (0.278 lb/in³), lighter than 83% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,425°C (2,597 °F).
Mechanical15
1.4017-CD has a yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 600 MPa (87 ksi) — stronger than 75% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 15% and the elastic modulus is 220 GPa (31.9 Msi).
Thermal6
1.4017-CD is rated for continuous service to 300°C (572 °F). It conducts heat at 25 W/m·K (14.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 93% of stainless steel grades. Thermal expansion is 10 µm/m·K (5.56 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
1.4017-CD conducts electricity at 2.9 % IACS, better than 87% of stainless steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is fair (38/100), worse than 95% of stainless steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of 1.4017-CD takes about 40 MJ of energy and emits 3.4 kg of CO₂ — less than 97% of stainless steel grades. Typical recycled content is 65%.
Manufacturability7
1.4017-CD's machinability is good (60/100, better than 98% of stainless steel grades); weldability fair (52/100); formability fair (45/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with 1.4017-CD
Is 1.4017 easy to machine?
Machines more easily than austenitic 304 — use sharp positive-rake carbide, moderate speed and rigid setup to avoid built-up edge; chips are stringy, so use chipbreakers and generous coolant.
Can 1.4017 be welded?
Weldable by TIG/MIG/resistance with low heat input and no preheat above ~150 °C; HAZ grain coarsening reduces toughness, so use 309L or 430Nb filler and avoid multi-pass buildup on thick sections.
Can 1.4017 be formed, bent or molded?
Good deep drawing and bending in the annealed condition (better n and toughness than plain 430); avoid severe stretch forming and allow larger bend radii across the rolling direction; roping/ridging can appear on heavily drawn panels.
What surface finishes work on 1.4017?
Not anodizable; passivate in nitric acid after fabrication, and use bright-annealed or buffed/electropolished surfaces for decorative work — PVD coloring and clear lacquer are common.
1.4017 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 |
|---|---|---|
| C | ≤ 0.08 | 0.05 |
| Si | ≤ 1 | 0.5 |
| Mn | ≤ 1 | 0.5 |
| P | ≤ 0.04 | 0.03 |
| S | ≤ 0.02 | 0.01 |
| Cr | 16 – 18 | 17 |
| NiNi addition distinguishes 1.4017 from 1.4016; some mill specs quote 1.2–1.6 | 1 – 1.5 | 1.2 |
| Fe | balance | — |
1.4017-CD — frequently asked
What is 1.4017-CD used for?
1.4017-CD is typically used for decorative trim, appliance components and mild-corrosion fasteners. In short: toughest 17Cr ferritic; deep-draws better than 430; ni-modified decorative grade.
What is the yield strength of 1.4017-CD?
1.4017-CD has a typical yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 600 MPa (87 ksi) — stronger than 75% of stainless steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 5 listed tempers.
Is 1.4017-CD easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (60/100, better than 98% of stainless steel grades). Machines more easily than austenitic 304 — use sharp positive-rake carbide, moderate speed and rigid setup to avoid built-up edge; chips are stringy, so use chipbreakers and generous coolant.
Can 1.4017-CD be welded?
With care — weldability is rated fair (52/100). Weldable by TIG/MIG/resistance with low heat input and no preheat above ~150 °C; HAZ grain coarsening reduces toughness, so use 309L or 430Nb filler and avoid multi-pass buildup on thick sections.
What surface finishes work on 1.4017-CD?
Not anodizable; passivate in nitric acid after fabrication, and use bright-annealed or buffed/electropolished surfaces for decorative work — PVD coloring and clear lacquer are common.
Can 1.4017-CD be formed, bent or molded?
Good deep drawing and bending in the annealed condition (better n and toughness than plain 430); avoid severe stretch forming and allow larger bend radii across the rolling direction; roping/ridging can appear on heavily drawn panels.
What is the maximum service temperature of 1.4017-CD?
1.4017-CD is rated for continuous use to about 300°C (572 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between 1.4017 Annealed and 1.4017-CD?
Annealed is the default condition — standard stocked condition for decorative panels, appliance parts and drawn components. CD: cold drawn bar for turned parts needing tight tolerance and higher strength than annealed. Yield strength is 300 MPa in Annealed versus 480 MPa in CD.
Sources
- EN 10088-1 Stainless steels — List of stainless steels — CEN (2014)
- EN 10088-2 Technical delivery conditions for sheet/plate and strip for general purposes — CEN (2014)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 1 — Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels, and High-Performance Alloys — ASM International (1990)
- Ferritic stainless steel grade datasheets (17Cr types) — Outokumpu / Aperam (2023)
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.