253 MA
Austenitic stainless with rare-earth additions (Ce, N) for exceptional oxidation resistance to 1100 °C combined with good creep strength. Used in industrial furnaces and thermal processing.
Applicable Standards
- ASTM A276
- EN 1.4835
- UNS S30815
Composition Ranges (wt %)
| Element | Min (%) | Max (%) | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fe | 63.0 | 72.0 | ~67.5 |
| Cr | 20.0 | 22.0 | ~21.0 |
| Ni | 10.0 | 12.0 | ~11.0 |
| Si | 1.4 | 2.0 | ~1.7 |
| N | 0.14 | 0.2 | ~0.17 |
| Ce | 0.03 | 0.08 | ~0.06 |
| C | 0.05 | 0.1 | ~0.08 |
Fe
63.0–72.0%
Cr
20.0–22.0%
Ni
10.0–12.0%
Si
1.4–2.0%
N
0.14–0.2%
Ce
0.03–0.08%
C
0.05–0.1%
Typical Applications
- Furnace rolls
- Conveyor belts
- Heat treatment baskets
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