Stainless Steel 1.4162-CD (Cold drawn)
Supply condition
EN 1.4162 · UNS S32101 · also LDX 2101
Choose for bar stock needing tighter tolerance, straightness and higher yield strength than annealed bar.
Values for the CD condition
Other 1.4162 tempers and conditions
1.4162 is listed in 5 conditions; see the grade overview at 1.4162.
Compare all 5 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ANNDefault Annealed | Standard supply condition for plate, sheet, bar and welded pipe; balanced ~50/50 ferrite-austenite structure with best corrosion resistance and toughness. | 550 | 750 | 38 | 21 HRC | — |
Cold worked deformed reinforcing bar (ASTM A955 / EN 10080 stainless rebar) | Ribbed rebar for chloride-exposed concrete (bridges, marine decks) where lean duplex replaces 316 rebar at lower cost. | 650 | 830 | 22 | 24 HRC | 2.2 % IACS |
CDThis page Cold drawn | Choose for bar stock needing tighter tolerance, straightness and higher yield strength than annealed bar. | 680 | 860 | 25 | 26 HRC | 2.2 % IACS |
Cold worked strip, tensile strength class ≥ 800 MPa | Lightly cold-rolled strip for spring-back-tolerant clamps and light structural profiles where extra strength is needed. | 680 | 860 | 20 | 27 HRC | 2.2 % IACS |
Cold worked strip, tensile strength class ≥ 1000 MPa | Heavily cold-rolled strip for high-strength lightweight sections and straps; limited ductility and reduced formability. | 850 | 1,050 | 12 | 33 HRC | 2.2 % IACS |
What is 1.4162-CD?
1.4162-CD is 1.4162 supplied in the CD condition — choose for bar stock needing tighter tolerance, straightness and higher yield strength than annealed bar. 1.4162-CD has a yield strength of 680 MPa (98.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 860 MPa (125 ksi) — stronger than 91% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 25% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi). 1.4162-CD has a density of 7.75 g/cm³ (0.28 lb/in³), lighter than 65% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,420°C (2,588 °F). ANN is the default condition FabDigit quotes; CD is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- High strength — 680 MPa (98.6 ksi), better than 91% of stainless steel grades
Limitations
- Limited service temperature — 300°C (572 °F), worse than 90% of stainless steel grades
1.4162-CD properties
Typical room-temperature values for 1.4162-CD; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are 1.4162 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among stainless steel grades.
Physical3
1.4162-CD has a density of 7.75 g/cm³ (0.28 lb/in³), lighter than 65% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,420°C (2,588 °F).
Mechanical17
1.4162-CD has a yield strength of 680 MPa (98.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 860 MPa (125 ksi) — stronger than 91% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 25% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi).
Thermal6
1.4162-CD is rated for continuous service to 300°C (572 °F). It conducts heat at 15 W/m·K (8.67 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 59% of stainless steel grades. Thermal expansion is 13 µm/m·K (7.22 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
1.4162-CD conducts electricity at 2.2 % IACS, worse than 61% of stainless steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is good (60/100), worse than 58% of stainless steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of 1.4162-CD takes about 48 MJ of energy and emits 4.2 kg of CO₂ — less than 85% of stainless steel grades. Typical recycled content is 75%.
Manufacturability7
1.4162-CD's machinability is fair (42/100, better than 79% of stainless steel grades); weldability good (65/100); formability fair (35/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with 1.4162-CD
Is 1.4162 easy to machine?
Cuts like a work-hardening duplex: use rigid setups, sharp coated carbide, positive rake, heavy constant feed and flood coolant; cutting speeds roughly 60–70% of 316L and avoid dwelling to prevent surface hardening.
Can 1.4162 be welded?
Weld with GTAW/GMAW/FCAW using over-alloyed 2209/2307-type filler or autogenous only with post-weld solution anneal; keep heat input ~0.5–2.5 kJ/mm and interpass below 150 °C to hold ferrite near 30–70% and avoid nitride/sigma formation.
Can 1.4162 be formed, bent or molded?
Cold forms well but needs about twice the press force of 304 and generous overbend for springback; hot form at 950–1200 °C followed by full solution anneal and quench — never stress-relieve in the 300–1000 °C range.
What surface finishes work on 1.4162?
Pickle (HNO₃/HF) or bead-blast plus passivation after hot work and welding to restore the passive film; electropolishing gives a bright hygienic surface — anodizing is not applicable.
1.4162 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 / ASTM A240 max | ≤ 0.04 | 0.03 |
| Si | ≤ 1 | 0.5 |
| Mnpartial nickel replacement | 4 – 6 | 5 |
| P | ≤ 0.04 | 0.03 |
| SASTM A240 allows 0.030 max | ≤ 0.02 | 0 |
| Cr | 21 – 22 | 21.5 |
| Ni | 1.35 – 1.7 | 1.5 |
| Mo | 0.1 – 0.8 | 0.3 |
| Cu | 0.1 – 0.8 | 0.3 |
| Naustenite stabiliser, strengthener | 0.2 – 0.25 | 0.22 |
| Fe | balance | — |
1.4162-CD — frequently asked
What is 1.4162-CD used for?
1.4162-CD is typically used for tanker trailers, structural components, water treatment equipment and building facades. In short: low-nickel lean duplex; price-stable 316 alternative; high-strength structural stainless.
What is the yield strength of 1.4162-CD?
1.4162-CD has a typical yield strength of 680 MPa (98.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 860 MPa (125 ksi) — stronger than 91% of stainless steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 5 listed tempers.
Is 1.4162-CD easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated fair (42/100, better than 79% of stainless steel grades). Cuts like a work-hardening duplex: use rigid setups, sharp coated carbide, positive rake, heavy constant feed and flood coolant; cutting speeds roughly 60–70% of 316L and avoid dwelling to prevent surface hardening.
Can 1.4162-CD be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated good (65/100). Weld with GTAW/GMAW/FCAW using over-alloyed 2209/2307-type filler or autogenous only with post-weld solution anneal; keep heat input ~0.5–2.5 kJ/mm and interpass below 150 °C to hold ferrite near 30–70% and avoid nitride/sigma formation.
What surface finishes work on 1.4162-CD?
Pickle (HNO₃/HF) or bead-blast plus passivation after hot work and welding to restore the passive film; electropolishing gives a bright hygienic surface — anodizing is not applicable.
Can 1.4162-CD be formed, bent or molded?
Cold forms well but needs about twice the press force of 304 and generous overbend for springback; hot form at 950–1200 °C followed by full solution anneal and quench — never stress-relieve in the 300–1000 °C range.
What is the maximum service temperature of 1.4162-CD?
1.4162-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 1.4162-ANN and 1.4162-C1000?
ANN is the default condition — standard supply condition for plate, sheet, bar and welded pipe; balanced ~50/50 ferrite-austenite structure with best corrosion resistance and toughness. C1000: heavily cold-rolled strip for high-strength lightweight sections and straps; limited ductility and reduced formability. Yield strength is 550 MPa in ANN versus 850 MPa in C1000.
Sources
- EN 10088-2 / EN 10088-4 — Stainless steel sheet and plate for construction — CEN (2014)
- ASTM A240/A240M — Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip (UNS S32101) — ASTM International (2023)
- ASTM A955/A955M — Deformed and Plain Stainless Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement — ASTM International (2022)
- Outokumpu LDX 2101 (EN 1.4162) data sheet — Outokumpu (2023)
- Practical Guidelines for the Fabrication of Duplex Stainless Steels — IMOA (2014)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 1 — Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels, and High-Performance Alloys — ASM International (1990)
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.