Stainless steel strip

EN 10088-2 annealed state/ EN 10151 hardened state

Martensitic steel STRIPs

Steel designationHardnessYield strength Rp0.2Tensile strength Rm N/mm²Elongation at break
Symbol classificationNumerical classificationUS (AISI)StateN/mm² min. (leng.)N/mm² min. (tens.)A80 mm < 3 mm thick % min (leng. + tens.)A ≥ 3 mm thick % min. (leng. + tens.)
X30Cr131.4028420Annealed––235 HV max.––740 max.1515
Hardened by cold rolling+C700–270-320 HV––700 – 850––
+C8501/4 Hard––850 – 1000––

Ferritic steel STRIPs

STAINLESS STEEL STRIP EN 10088 General applications

Stainless steel strip EN 10151 for springs

Symbol classificationNumericalEuropean Standard (EN)EquivalentChemical Composition
General ApplicationsFor springsAISICSiMnPSNCrCuMoNbNiTiOthers
X2CrTi121.4512EN 10088-2–409≤ 0.03 ≤ 1≤ 1≤ 0.04≤ 0.015–10.50 – 12.50––––6x(C+N) – 0.65–
X6Cr171.4016EN 10088-2EN 10151430≤ 0.08≤ 1≤ 1≤ 0.04≤ 0.015–16.00 – 18.00––––––
X2CrTiNb181.4509EN 10088-2–441≤ 0.03≤ 1≤ 1≤ 0.04≤ 0.015–17.50 – 18.50––3xC+0.30≤Nb≤1.00–0.10 – 0.60–
X30Cr131.4028EN 10088-2EN 101514200.26-0.35≤ 1≤ 1.5≤ 0.04≤ 0.015–12.00 – 14.00––––––
X7CrNiAl17-71.4568EN 10088-2EN 10151631≤ 0.09≤ 0.7≤ 1≤ 0.04≤ 0.015–16.00 – 18.00–––6.50 – 7.80–Al: 0.70 – 1.50
X10CrNi18-81.4310EN 10088-2EN 101513010.05 – 0.15≤ 2.00≤ 2.00≤ 0.045≤ 0.015≤ 0.1116.00 – 19.00–≤ 0.80–6.00 – 9.50––
X10CrNi18-81.4310 MoEN 10088-2EN 10151301Mo0.05 – 0.15≤ 2.00≤ 2.00≤ 0.045≤ 0.015≤ 0.1116.00 – 19.00–≤ 0.80 1)–6.00 – 9.50––
X2CrNi18-91.4307EN 10088-2–304L≤ 0.030≤ 1.00≤ 2.00≤ 0.045≤ 0.015≤ 0.1117.50 – 19.50–––8.00 – 10.00––
X5CrNi18-101.4301EN 10088-2EN 10151304≤ 0.07≤ 1.00≤ 2.00≤ 0.045≤ 0.015≤ 0.1117.00 – 19.50–––8.00 – 10.50––
X6CrNiTi18-101.4541EN 10088-2–321≤ 0.08≤ 1.00≤ 2.000.045≤ 0.015–17.00 – 19.50–––9.00 – 12.005xC – 0.70–
X5CrNiMo17-12-21.4401EN 10088-2EN 10151316≤ 0.070≤ 1.00≤ 2.00≤ 0.045≤ 0.015≤ 0.1116.50 – 18.50–2.00 – 2.50–10.00 – 13.00––
X6CrNiMoTi17-12 -21.4571EN 10088-2–316Ti≤ 0.08≤ 1.00≤ 2.00≤ 0.045≤ 0.015–16.50 – 18.50–2.00 – 2.50–10.50 – 13.505xC – 0.70–
X2CrNiMo17-12-21.4404EN 10088-2–316L≤ 0.030≤ 1.00≤ 2.00≤ 0.045≤ 0.015≤ 0.1016.50 – 18.50–2.00 – 2.50–10.00 – 13.00––
X12CrMnNiN17-7-51.4372EN 10088-2EN 10151201≤ 0.15≤ 1.005.50 – 7.50≤ 0.045≤ 0.0150.05 – 0.2516.00 – 18.00–––3.50 – 5.50––
X12CrMnNiN18-9-51.4373EN 10088-2–202≤ 0.15≤ 1.007.50 – 10.50≤ 0.045≤ 0.0150.05 – 0.2517.00 – 19.00–––4.00 – 6.00––
X2CrMoTi18-21.4521EN 10088–444≤  0.025≤ 1≤ 1≤ 0.04≤ 0.015–17.00 – 20.00–1.80 – 2.50––––
X8CrNi25-211.4845EN 10095–310S≤ 0.1≤ 1.5≤ 2≤ 0.045≤ 0.015≤ 0.1124.00 – 26.00–––19.00 – 22.00––

X2CrMoTi18-2 1.4521 and X8CrNi25-21 1.4845 available under a commercial agreement. 

1) NB: 3XC+0.30≤NB≤1.00
2) Others: AL: 0,70-1,50
3) Minimum value under commercial agreement. Maximum ≤0.80

STAINLESS STEEL STRIP THICKNESS TOLERANCES

A) Thickness tolerances specified for cold-rolled stainless steel strips and strips in cut lengths obtained from precision strips.
Specified thickness tThickness tolerance specified according to EN ISO 9445-1 for a nominal width of
w < 125125 ≤ w < 250250  ≤ w < 600
NormalFine (F)Precision (P)NormalFine (F)Precision (P)NormalFine (F)Precision (P)
0.05 ≤ t < 0.10± 0.10 t± 0.06 t± 0.04 t± 0.12 t± 0.10 t± 0.08 t± 0.15 t± 0.10 t± 0.08 t
0.10 ≤ t < 0.15± 0.010± 0.008± 0.006± 0.015± 0.012± 0.008± 0.020± 0.015± 0.010
0.15 ≤ t < 0.20± 0.015± 0.010± 0.008± 0.020± 0.012± 0.010± 0.025± 0.015± 0.012
0.20 ≤ t < 0.25± 0.015± 0.012± 0.008± 0.020± 0.015± 0.010± 0.025± 0.020± 0.012
0.25 ≤ t < 0.30± 0.017± 0.012± 0.009± 0.025± 0.015± 0.012± 0.030± 0.020± 0.015
0.30 ≤ t < 0.40± 0.020± 0.015± 0.010± 0.025± 0.020± 0.012± 0.030± 0.025± 0.015
0.40 ≤ t < 0.50± 0.025± 0.020± 0.012± 0.030± 0.020± 0.015± 0.035± 0.025± 0.018
0.50 ≤ t < 0.60± 0.030± 0.020± 0.014± 0.030± 0.025± 0.015± 0.040± 0.030± 0.020
0.60 ≤ t < 0.80± 0.030± 0.025± 0.015± 0.035± 0.030± 0.018± 0.040± 0.035± 0.025
0.80 ≤ t < 1.00± 0.030± 0.025± 0.018± 0.040± 0.030± 0.020± 0.050± 0.035± 0.025
1.00 ≤ t < 1.20± 0.035± 0.030± 0.020± 0.045± 0.035± 0.025± 0.050± 0.040± 0.030
1.20 ≤ t < 1.50± 0.040± 0.030± 0.020± 0.050± 0.035± 0.025± 0.060± 0.045± 0.030
1.50 ≤ t < 2.00± 0.050± 0.035± 0.025± 0.060± 0.040± 0.030± 0.070± 0.050± 0.035
2.00 ≤ t < 2.50± 0.050± 0.035± 0.025± 0.070± 0.045± 0.030± 0.080± 0.060± 0.040
2.50 ≤  t ≤ 3.00± 0.060± 0.045± 0.030± 0.070± 0.050± 0.035± 0.090± 0.070± 0.045

Measurements in mm.

TYPE OF PROCESS ROUTE AND SURFACE FINISH OF PLATES AND COILS EN 10088-2 1)

COLD ROLLING
AbbreviationType of process routeSurface finishRemarksAISI
2HHardened by cold formingBrightHardened by cold forming, to obtain the highest level of mechanical strength.TR
2DCold-rolled, heat treated, pickledSmoothFinish with good ductility, but not as smooth as 2B or 2R.2D
2BCold-rolled, heat treated, pickled and skin passedSmoother than 2DNormal finish for most steels. Ensures good corrosion resistance, smoothness and flatness. Also common for subsequent processes. Skin passing can be replaced by tension levelling.2B
2RCold-rolled, bright annealedSmooth, bright and reflectiveSmoother and brighter finish than 2B. Also common for subsequent processing.BA
2GGroundCan be specified based on the grain size of the grinding wheel or surface roughness. It has a unidirectional texture, not very reflective.3
2JBrushed or polished mattSmother than when ground 1)The brushing grade, type of abrasive belt and surface roughness can be specified. It has a unidirectional texture, not very reflective.6
1DHot rolled, heat treated, pickledFree of scaleNormal finish for most steels in order to ensure good corrosion resistance; A finish that is also common for products that are going to undergo subsequent processing. Grinding marks permitted. Coarser finish than 2D or 2B.1
2ECold-rolled, heat treated, mechanically descaledRough and mattGenerally applied to steel with pickling-resistant scale. Can be followed by pickling.1
2KGloss polished1)Additional specific requirements to a “J” type finish, in order to achieve adequate corrosion resistance in marine environments and for external architectural applications. They are finishes with a transverse roughness of Ra<0.5µm and with a clean surface appearance.4

1) Within the description of each finish, the properties may vary and further details may be necessary to correctly specify the desired finish (for example, the abrasive grain or surface roughness).

Tinned or nickel plated strips can be supplied under a commercial agreement.

AVERAGE SURFACE ROUGHNESS EN 10151:2002

The quality of the surface of a strip is characterised by the following approximate average surface roughness values:
  • Ra < 0.3 µm for tensile strength levels of +C1150 and above.
  • Ra < 0.5 µm for tensile strength levels ranging from +C700 to +C1000.

* The data contained in this catalogue are for information purposes only and are not under any circumstances, contractual supply conditions. Errors and omissions excepted.

Symbol classificationNumerical classificationEuropean Standard (EN)Approximate international equivalents
US (AISI)Japan (JIS)China (GB)
X2CrTi121.4512EN 10088-2409SUS409L–
X6Cr171.4016EN 10088-2430SUS43010Cr17
X2CrTiNb181.4509EN 10088-2441––
X30Cr131.4028EN 10088-2420SUS420J120Cr13
X7CrNiAl17-71.4568EN 10088-2631SUS 6310Cr17Ni7Al
X10CrNi18-81.4310EN 10088-2301SUS 3011Cr17Ni7
X10CrNi18-81.4310 MoEN 10088-2301Mo––
X2CrNi18-91.4307EN 10088-2304LSUS304L–
X5CrNi18-101.4301EN 10088-2304SUS 3040Cr19Ni9
X6CrNiTi18-101.4541EN 10088-2321SUS3210Cr18Ni10Ti 1Cr18Ni11Ti H0Cr20Ni10Ti
X5CrNiMo17-12-21.4401EN 10088-2316SUS 3166Cr17Ni12Mo2
X5CrNiMoTi17-12 -21.4571EN 10088-2316TiSUS316Ti0Cr18Ni12Mo2Ti 1Cr18Ni12Mo2Ti
X2CrNiMo17-12-21.4404EN 10088-2316LSUS316L0Cr18Ni12Mo2Ti 1Cr18Ni12Mo2Ti
X12CrMnNiN17-7 -51.4372EN 10088-2201SUS201–
X12CrMnNiN18-9 -51.4373EN 10088-2202SUS202–
X2CrMoTi18-21.4521EN 10088444––
X8CrNi25-211.4845EN 10095310SSUS310S1Cr25Ni20Si2

X2CrMoTi18-2 1.4521 and X8CrNi25-21 1.4845 available under a commercial agreement. 

* The data contained in this catalogue are for information purposes only and are not under any circumstances, contractual supply conditions. Errors and omissions excepted.

Stainless Steel Strip

At VINCO we specialise in the supply and slitting of stainless steel strip into narrow strips with precision tolerances.

We adapt every coil to the customer’s production needs: grade, temper, surface finish, edge type, format and packaging.

Slitting and supply capacities

  • Thickness: from 0.10 to 5.00 mm.
  • Width: from 3.0 to 1,250 mm.
  • Edges: sheared (GK) or special (SK). Special edges can be produced by rolling (rounded edges) or by chip removal (machined edges).
  • Profiled strip to customer drawing.
  • Inserted and plated strip.
  • Premium slitting: slitting of materials with sensitive surface finishes, such as bright stainless steel, free of marks and scratches.
  • Protection and packaging: wooden box, wooden cover, cardboard or wooden spacers, plastic or cardboard edge protectors, dust-proof bag, VCI anti-humidity paper or plastic, phytosanitary packaging, packaging for sea freight and others on request. Coil orientation and pallet type can be specified.

Oscillate wound strip

We have our own oscillate winding lines to supply strip in long-length coils.

Feature On cardboard core On wooden reel
Thickness 0.20 – 2.30 mm 0.20 – 2.30 mm
Strip width 5 – 50 mm 5 – 50 mm
Max. winding width 500 mm 500 mm
Inner diameter 400 / 500 mm (300 mm under commercial agreement) 400 / 500 mm (300 mm under commercial agreement)
Max. outer diameter 1,200 mm 760 mm
Max. weight 2,000 kg 1,500 kg

Other reel dimensions on request.

Stainless steel strip grades

We work with austenitic, ferritic, martensitic, precipitation-hardening and heat-resistant stainless steels.

Family AISI EN number EN designation General applications For springs
Austenitic 301 1.4310 X10CrNi18-8 EN 10088-2 EN 10151
Austenitic 301Mo 1.4310 Mo X10CrNi18-8 EN 10088-2 EN 10151
Austenitic 304 1.4301 X5CrNi18-10 EN 10088-2 EN 10151
Austenitic 304L 1.4307 X2CrNi18-9 EN 10088-2 –
Austenitic 321 1.4541 X6CrNiTi18-10 EN 10088-2 –
Austenitic 316 1.4401 X5CrNiMo17-12-2 EN 10088-2 EN 10151
Austenitic 316L 1.4404 X2CrNiMo17-12-2 EN 10088-2 –
Austenitic 316Ti 1.4571 X6CrNiMoTi17-12-2 EN 10088-2 –
Austenitic 201 1.4372 X12CrMnNiN17-7-5 EN 10088-2 EN 10151
Austenitic 202 1.4373 X12CrMnNiN18-9-5 EN 10088-2 –
Ferritic 409 1.4512 X2CrTi12 EN 10088-2 –
Ferritic 430 1.4016 X6Cr17 EN 10088-2 EN 10151
Ferritic 441 1.4509 X2CrTiNb18 EN 10088-2 –
Ferritic 444 (on request) 1.4521 X2CrMoTi18-2 EN 10088 –
Martensitic 420 1.4028 X30Cr13 EN 10088-2 EN 10151
Martensitic 420MoV – – – –
Martensitic 440B – – – –
Martensitic 440C – – – –
Precipitation hardening 631 1.4568 X7CrNiAl17-7 EN 10088-2 EN 10151
Heat-resistant 310S (on request) 1.4845 X8CrNi25-21 EN 10095 –

Other grades on request. See the mechanical properties, chemical composition and international equivalents (JIS, GB) tables for each grade.

Supply conditions and surface finishes

We supply strip in the annealed condition (EN 10088-2) or hardened by cold rolling (EN 10151). Hardened conditions range from +C700 to +C1900 depending on the grade; +C2100 on request.

EN 10151 condition Designation
+C850 1/4 hard
+C1000 1/2 hard
+C1150 3/4 hard
+C1300 4/4 hard
+C1500 5/4 hard
+C1700 K1
+C1900 K2

Surface finishes (EN 10088-2)

Finish AISI equivalent Process route Appearance
2B 2B Cold rolled, heat treated, pickled and skin passed Smoother than 2D
2R BA Cold rolled, bright annealed Smooth, bright and reflective
2H TR Work hardened Bright
2D 2D Cold rolled, heat treated, pickled Smooth
2G 3 Ground Unidirectional texture, not very reflective
2J 6 Brushed or dull polished Unidirectional texture, not very reflective
2K 4 Satin polished Transverse Ra < 0.5 µm
2E 1 Cold rolled, heat treated, mechanically descaled Rough and dull
1D 1 Hot rolled, heat treated, pickled Free of scale

Other finishes on request. Tin-plated or nickel-plated strip under commercial agreement.

According to EN 10151, the indicative average surface roughness is Ra < 0.5 µm from +C700 to +C1000, and Ra < 0.3 µm from +C1150 upwards.

Standards and tolerances

Standard Scope on this page
EN 10088-2 Stainless steel strip for general applications (annealed condition)
EN 10151 Stainless steel strip for springs (hardened condition)
EN 10095 Heat-resistant steel 1.4845 (310S)
EN ISO 9445-1 Thickness, width and edge camber tolerances of cold-rolled strip and of slit strip obtained from it, in normal, fine (F) and precision (P) classes

We offer VINCO standard slitting tolerances and tighter tolerances under commercial agreement. See the thickness, width and edge camber tolerance tables.

Applications

Stainless steel strip is used in automotive, metal stamping, spring manufacturing, cutlery, the food industry and the production of precision components.

We advise you on the most suitable grade, condition, finish and dimensions for your application.

Stainless steel strip for cutlery

We supply stainless steel strip for the manufacture of knives, scissors, blades, razors, spatulas and other cutting tools.

We offer martensitic stainless steels AISI 420, 420MoV, 440B and 440C, which reach high levels of hardness and wear resistance through appropriate heat treatment.

AISI 420 (1.4028) is supplied annealed (235 HV max.) or hardened by cold rolling (+C700, +C850).

For food-contact applications, compliance with the applicable European legislation, including Regulation (EC) No 1935/2004, must be verified.