Stainless Steel S32202-CD (Cold drawn)
Supply condition
UNS S32202 · EN 1.4062
Pick when tighter tolerances, straightness and higher yield strength are needed; ductility and formability drop.
Values for the CD condition
Other S32202 tempers and conditions
S32202 is listed in 3 conditions; see the grade overview at S32202.
Compare all 3 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AnnealedDefault solution annealed and pickled (2B cold-rolled sheet/coil, ~1000–1050 °C water quench) | Standard stocked condition for sheet, coil and strip; best combination of strength, ductility and corrosion resistance. | 520 | 750 | 35 | 23 HRC | — |
weld metal / HAZ, no post-weld solution anneal | Represents fabricated joints made with matching or 2209/2307-type filler under controlled heat input; expect somewhat lower toughness and local corrosion performance. | 520 | 740 | 25 | 25 HRC | 2.2 % IACS |
CDThis page Cold drawn | Pick when tighter tolerances, straightness and higher yield strength are needed; ductility and formability drop. | 680 | 850 | 20 | 29 HRC | 2.2 % IACS |
What is S32202-CD?
S32202-CD is S32202 supplied in the CD condition — pick when tighter tolerances, straightness and higher yield strength are needed; ductility and formability drop. S32202-CD has a yield strength of 680 MPa (98.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 850 MPa (123 ksi) — stronger than 91% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 20% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi). S32202-CD has a density of 7.7 g/cm³ (0.278 lb/in³), lighter than 83% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,420°C (2,588 °F). Annealed 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 — 250°C (482 °F), worse than 99% of stainless steel grades
- Limited ductility — 20%, worse than 79% of stainless steel grades
S32202-CD properties
Typical room-temperature values for S32202-CD; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are S32202 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among stainless steel grades.
Physical3
S32202-CD has a density of 7.7 g/cm³ (0.278 lb/in³), lighter than 83% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,420°C (2,588 °F).
Mechanical17
S32202-CD has a yield strength of 680 MPa (98.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 850 MPa (123 ksi) — stronger than 91% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 20% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi).
Thermal6
S32202-CD is rated for continuous service to 250°C (482 °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
S32202-CD conducts electricity at 2.2 % IACS, worse than 61% of stainless steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is good (58/100), worse than 62% of stainless steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of S32202-CD takes about 53 MJ of energy and emits 4.5 kg of CO₂ — less than 67% of stainless steel grades. Typical recycled content is 70%.
Manufacturability7
S32202-CD's machinability is fair (40/100, better than 72% 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 S32202-CD
Is S32202 easy to machine?
Machine like 2205 but with ~20–30% lower cutting speeds than 304: rigid setups, sharp coated carbide, heavy positive feeds to cut under the work-hardened layer, and copious coolant.
Can S32202 be welded?
Weldable by GTAW/GMAW/SMAW/SAW with 2209 or 2307-type filler (autogenous welding only with N₂-bearing shielding plus a re-anneal); keep heat input roughly 0.2–1.5 kJ/mm and interpass below ~150 °C to hold 30–70% ferrite.
Can S32202 be formed, bent or molded?
Cold formable but needs ~2× the press force and larger bend allowances than 304 due to high yield strength and springback; hot form at 950–1150 °C followed by full solution anneal and water quench.
What surface finishes work on S32202?
Pickle and passivate after hot work or welding to restore the passive film; takes standard 2B/BA/No.4 and mirror polishes, and is readily electropolished.
S32202 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Clow carbon to avoid carbide precipitation | ≤ 0.03 | 0.02 |
| Si | ≤ 1 | 0.4 |
| Mnpartial Ni substitute, aids N solubility | ≤ 2 | 1.4 |
| P | ≤ 0.04 | 0.03 |
| S | ≤ 0.01 | 0 |
| Cr | 21.5 – 24 | 22.5 |
| Nilean nickel content keeps cost stable | 1 – 2.8 | 2.2 |
| Momolybdenum-free grade; residual only | ≤ 0.45 | 0.25 |
| Naustenite stabiliser, raises strength and pitting resistance | 0.18 – 0.26 | 0.21 |
| Fe | balance | — |
S32202-CD — frequently asked
What is S32202-CD used for?
S32202-CD is typically used for structural pipe, tanks and architectural panels. In short: molybdenum-free lean duplex; between 2101 and 2304; high strength, moderate corrosion.
What is the yield strength of S32202-CD?
S32202-CD has a typical yield strength of 680 MPa (98.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 850 MPa (123 ksi) — stronger than 91% of stainless steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 3 listed tempers.
Is S32202-CD easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated fair (40/100, better than 72% of stainless steel grades). Machine like 2205 but with ~20–30% lower cutting speeds than 304: rigid setups, sharp coated carbide, heavy positive feeds to cut under the work-hardened layer, and copious coolant.
Can S32202-CD be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated good (65/100). Weldable by GTAW/GMAW/SMAW/SAW with 2209 or 2307-type filler (autogenous welding only with N₂-bearing shielding plus a re-anneal); keep heat input roughly 0.2–1.5 kJ/mm and interpass below ~150 °C to hold 30–70% ferrite.
What surface finishes work on S32202-CD?
Pickle and passivate after hot work or welding to restore the passive film; takes standard 2B/BA/No.4 and mirror polishes, and is readily electropolished.
Can S32202-CD be formed, bent or molded?
Cold formable but needs ~2× the press force and larger bend allowances than 304 due to high yield strength and springback; hot form at 950–1150 °C followed by full solution anneal and water quench.
What is the maximum service temperature of S32202-CD?
S32202-CD is rated for continuous use to about 250°C (482 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between S32202 Annealed and S32202-CD?
Annealed is the default condition — standard stocked condition for sheet, coil and strip; best combination of strength, ductility and corrosion resistance. CD: pick when tighter tolerances, straightness and higher yield strength are needed; ductility and formability drop. Yield strength is 520 MPa in Annealed versus 680 MPa in CD.
Sources
- ASTM A240/A240M — Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip — ASTM International (2023)
- ASTM A789/A790 — Duplex Stainless Steel Tubing and Pipe — ASTM International (2021)
- EN 10088-2/-3 (X2CrNiN22-2, 1.4062) — CEN (2014)
- Outokumpu Forta LDX / 2202 duplex data sheet — Outokumpu (2022)
- UR 2202 lean duplex stainless steel — Industeel / Aperam (2021)
- 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.