Stainless Steel S32562-SA
Heat-treated state · default condition
UNS S32562
SA = solution Annealed + Water Quenched
Standard supply condition for plate, forgings, bar and tube — balanced 50/50 ferrite/austenite with full corrosion resistance.
Values for the SA condition
Other S32562 tempers and conditions
S32562 is listed in 4 conditions; see the grade overview at S32562.
Compare all 4 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
As-welded deposit | Reference condition for weld joints fabricated in the field; toughness and pitting resistance of the HAZ fall below the annealed parent. | 600 | 830 | 22 | 28 HRC | 2.1 % IACS |
Forged + Solution Annealed (ASTM A182 F-type) | Flanges, valve bodies and thick-section forgings; verify ferrite balance and Charpy in heavy sections. | 610 | 850 | 27 | 27 HRC | 2.1 % IACS |
SADefaultThis page Solution Annealed + Water Quenched | Standard supply condition for plate, forgings, bar and tube — balanced 50/50 ferrite/austenite with full corrosion resistance. | 620 | 860 | 30 | 27 HRC | — |
Cold Rolled Sheet, Annealed 2B/2D Finish | Thin sheet ≤6 mm for tank linings and cladding; slightly higher strength and better surface than hot-rolled plate. | 650 | 890 | 27 | 28 HRC | 2.1 % IACS |
What is S32562-SA?
S32562-SA is S32562 heat treated to SA — standard supply condition for plate, forgings, bar and tube — balanced 50/50 ferrite/austenite with full corrosion resistance. S32562-SA has a yield strength of 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 860 MPa (125 ksi) — stronger than 88% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 30% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi). S32562-SA has a density of 7.81 g/cm³ (0.282 lb/in³), heavier than 57% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,370°C (2,498 °F).
Advantages
- Good corrosion resistance — 86/100, better than 94% of stainless steel grades
- High strength — 620 MPa (89.9 ksi), better than 88% of stainless steel grades
Limitations
- Limited service temperature — 300°C (572 °F), worse than 90% of stainless steel grades
- Difficult to machine — 25/100, worse than 88% of stainless steel grades
S32562-SA properties
Typical room-temperature values for S32562-SA; 10 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are S32562 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among stainless steel grades.
Physical3
S32562-SA has a density of 7.81 g/cm³ (0.282 lb/in³), heavier than 57% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,370°C (2,498 °F).
Mechanical16
S32562-SA has a yield strength of 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 860 MPa (125 ksi) — stronger than 88% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 30% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi).
Thermal6
S32562-SA 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 12.8 µm/m·K (7.11 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
S32562-SA conducts electricity at 2.1 % IACS, worse than 73% of stainless steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is excellent (86/100), better than 94% of stainless steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of S32562-SA takes about 62 MJ of energy and emits 4.6 kg of CO₂ — more than 75% of stainless steel grades. Typical recycled content is 55%.
Manufacturability7
S32562-SA's machinability is poor (25/100, worse than 88% of stainless steel grades); weldability good (60/100); formability fair (45/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with S32562-SA
Is S32562 easy to machine?
Treat as a low-machinability super duplex: rigid setups, positive-rake coated carbide, 60–90 m/min surface speed, heavy feeds to cut under the work-hardened layer and copious coolant.
Can S32562 be welded?
GTAW/GMAW/SMAW with 25Cr super duplex (or Cu-bearing matching) filler, interpass ≤150 °C, heat input roughly 0.5–1.5 kJ/mm and Ar+N₂ backing to keep ferrite 35–55% and avoid intermetallics.
Can S32562 be formed, bent or molded?
Hot work 1000–1200 °C with prompt solution anneal and water quench; cold forming needs 2× the force of 316L, generous bend radii and allowance for high springback.
What surface finishes work on S32562?
Pickle and passivate (HNO₃/HF) after any hot work or welding to restore the passive film; electropolishing or mechanical polishing gives good surfaces — no anodizing.
S32562 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 | ≤ 0.03 | 0.02 |
| Si | ≤ 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Mn | ≤ 1.5 | 0.8 |
| P | ≤ 0.04 | 0.02 |
| S | ≤ 0.01 | 0 |
| Cr | 23 – 25 | 24.5 |
| Ni | 5.5 – 7.5 | 6.5 |
| Mo | 2.5 – 3.5 | 3.2 |
| Cucopper addition for reducing-acid resistance | 1 – 2.5 | 1.7 |
| Wresidual/optional | ≤ 1 | 0.3 |
| N | 0.2 – 0.35 | 0.27 |
| Fe | balance | — |
S32562-SA — frequently asked
What is S32562-SA used for?
S32562-SA is typically used for sulfuric acid handling equipment, chemical process piping, flue gas desulfurization scrubbers and seawater equipment. In short: super duplex for reducing acids; 620 MPa yield strength; low machinability, 300 °C limit.
What is the yield strength of S32562-SA?
S32562-SA has a typical yield strength of 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 860 MPa (125 ksi) — stronger than 88% of stainless steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 4 listed tempers.
Is S32562-SA easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated poor (25/100, worse than 88% of stainless steel grades). Treat as a low-machinability super duplex: rigid setups, positive-rake coated carbide, 60–90 m/min surface speed, heavy feeds to cut under the work-hardened layer and copious coolant.
Can S32562-SA be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated good (60/100). GTAW/GMAW/SMAW with 25Cr super duplex (or Cu-bearing matching) filler, interpass ≤150 °C, heat input roughly 0.5–1.5 kJ/mm and Ar+N₂ backing to keep ferrite 35–55% and avoid intermetallics.
What surface finishes work on S32562-SA?
Pickle and passivate (HNO₃/HF) after any hot work or welding to restore the passive film; electropolishing or mechanical polishing gives good surfaces — no anodizing.
Can S32562-SA be formed, bent or molded?
Hot work 1000–1200 °C with prompt solution anneal and water quench; cold forming needs 2× the force of 316L, generous bend radii and allowance for high springback.
What is the maximum service temperature of S32562-SA?
S32562-SA 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 S32562-SA and S32562 CR-2B?
SA is the default condition — standard supply condition for plate, forgings, bar and tube — balanced 50/50 ferrite/austenite with full corrosion resistance. CR-2B: thin sheet ≤6 mm for tank linings and cladding; slightly higher strength and better surface than hot-rolled plate. Yield strength is 620 MPa in SA versus 650 MPa in CR-2B.
Sources
- ASTM A240/A240M — Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip — ASTM International (2023)
- ASTM A479/A182/A789/A790 — bar, forgings and duplex tubular products — ASTM International (2023)
- UR 2507Cu / Uranus 2507Cu super duplex stainless steel — Industeel (ArcelorMittal) (2020)
- EN 10088-1 / EN 10028-7 stainless steel property tables — CEN (2014)
- ASM Handbook Vol.1 & Vol.13B (stainless steels, duplex corrosion) — ASM International (2005)
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.