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Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel

At Great Lakes Forge, we produce top-quality open-die forgings from the best materials, including Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel. Nitronic 50 stainless steel, also known as UNS S20910 or ASTM XM-19, is an austenitic alloy with added nitrogen that provides numerous beneficial qualities over 316 stainless steel. GL Forge provides nitronic 50 stainless steel forging services with industry-leading lead times. We support short to long run production, as well as prototype forging. We can deliver forgings up to 4,000 lbs., lengths up to 120", and from 3.5" to 18" in diameter/thickness. Whatever your Nitronic 50 forging needs entail, GL Forge has you covered.

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Key Properties & Characteristics of Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel

Nitronic 50 stands out for its excellent balance of mechanical strength and corrosion resistance. With double the yield strength of standard 316 stainless steel, it's highly durable and exhibits minimal magnetic permeability. Its ability to perform in extreme temperatures allows for exceptional versatility across industrial applications. Unlike many other austenitic stainless steels, Nitronic 50 exhibits very low magnetic permeability when cold worked or cooled to sub-zero temperatures. Additional characteristics of Nitronic 50 stainless steel include:

  • Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel Hardness: Annealed Nitronic 50 stainless steel has a Brinell scale hardness of 150 and a Rockwell hardness of B80. Nitronic 50 stainless cannot be hardened by heat treatment; cold working will increase strength and hardness.
  • Heat Treating Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel: Nitronic 50 stainless steel can be annealed by heating the material to temperatures between 1950-2050°F (1066-1121°C) and cooling/quenching rapidly. If used in a highly corrosive environment, annealing should be performed at maximum temperature (2050°F) to minimize the risk of intergranular attack.
  • Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel Machinability: Nitronic 50's machinability characteristics are like other austenitic stainless steels. However, due to its high work hardening rate, Nitronic 50 stainless requires more power, slower speeds, and higher rigidity. Carbide-coated tooling is recommended.

Benefits of Forged Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel

Open-die forged Nitronic 50 stainless steel components offer a range of benefits. Components crafted from Nitronic 50 have an increased lifespan due to higher resistance to wear and corrosion. It also has a higher strength-to-weight ratio than many other stainless steels. With Nitronic 50's consistent mechanical properties across a wide temperature range, it maintains its high-performance benefits even in extreme conditions.

Applications and Industrial Uses for Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel Forgings

Our Nitronic 50 steel forgings serve a variety of industries. Its reliability and excellent mechanical properties make it a popular solution for a range of applications. Industrial sectors that utilize Nitronic 50 include:

Standard & Custom Shape Options for Nitronic 50 Forgings

Using our open-die forging process, we can create Nitronic 50 forgings in a range of standard and custom shapes. For applications that require tight tolerances and precision dimensions, we also offers secondary fabrication services like CNC machining and heat treating. These services allow us to produce Nitronic 50 stainless steel forgings that meet specialized dimensions and finish requirements with outstanding accuracy. Standard shape options for Nitronic 50 forgings include:

Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel Composition

Element

% Content

Carbon

max. 0.06%

Phosphorous

max. 0.04%

Silicon

max. 1.0%

Nickel

11.5-13.5%

Nitrogen

0.2-0.3%

Iron

51.87-60.97%

Manganese

4.0-6.0%

Sulfur

max. 0.03%

Chromium

20.5-23.5%

Molybdenum

1.5-3.0%

Columbium/Niobium

0.1-0.3%

Vanadium

0.1-0.3%

Why Choose GL Forge for Your Custom Nitronic 50 Forgings?

Based in Traverse City, Michigan, Great Lakes Forge delivers custom forgings nationwide through our open-die forging capabilities. As a privately-owned company, we offer fast turnaround times on specialized orders and work closely with customers to ensure high-quality results. Benefits of choosing GL Forge for your custom forging needs include:

  • Flexibility and shorter lead times
  • Direct communication with a flat management team
  • Focused attention on every project—you're not just another account
  • Forging stainless steel blocks up to 4,000 lbs and as thin as 1.5"
  • A personalized approach, valuing quality over size

In addition to Nitronic 50 stainless steel, Great Lakes Forge can forge over 100 different materials. If you need a specific grade of steel for your project, please don't hesitate to contact us. There's a good chance we have the material you need in our inventory, and if we don't, close relationships with our material providers enable us to bring in the material your project requires quickly and cost-effectively.

Your Trusted Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel Forging Manufacturer

Great Lakes Forge has the ability and capacity to exceed your Nitronic 50 stainless steel forging needs. Request a quote today on the custom Nitronic 50 stainless steel forgings you need, or contact Great Lakes Forge for more information.