GX2CrNiMo 19-11-2 (1.4409, comparable in chemical composition to 1.4404) is a corrosion-resistant cast stainless steel with added molybdenum for enhanced resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, particularly in chloride-containing environments. Ideal for applications in the pharmaceutical and food industries or in shipbuilding.
Material GX2CrNiMo 19-11-2 (1.4409 / 1.4404) SAE/AISI 316L
Corrosion-resistant and reliable in demanding environments
Material designations and standards
Material number:
1.4409
Standard designation (EN):
GX2CrNiMo19-11-2
Standards:
EN 10283 (Stainless cast steels)
AISI/SAE: 316L
In accordance with ASTM CF3M
Similar materials:
1.4404 (X2CrNiMo17-12-2, not as cast steel)
Specifications and details
The advantages of GX2CrNiMo19-11-2 (1.4409)
Areas of application
GX2CrNiMo 19-11-2: Properties at a glance
Special feature
The steel offers enhanced resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, particularly in chloride-containing environments.
Versatility
The addition of niobium stabilises the steel and prevents intergranular corrosion after welding or at high temperatures.
Corrosion resistance
GX2CrNiMoNb 19-11-2 is resistant to atmospheric corrosion, fresh and salt water corrosion, and most organic acids.
Chemical composition and mechanical properties.
C (carbon):
≤ 0.03 %
Si (silicon):
≤ 1.50 %
Mn (Manganese):
≤ 1.50 %
P (phosphorus):
≤ 0,04 %
S (sulphur):
≤ 0.03%
Cr (chromium):
18.0 - 20.0%
Ni (nickel):
10.0 - 12.0 %
Mo (molybdenum):
2.0 - 2.5%
Tensile strength (Rm):
≥ 440 MPa
Yield strength (Rp0.2):
≥ 220 MPa
Elongation at break (A5):
≥ 30 %
Notched impact strength (ISO-V, room temperature):
≥ 100 J
Hardness (HB):
≤ 215 HB
Solution annealing:
1,050–1,100 °C, followed by rapid cooling (e.g. in water)
Stress-relief annealing:
200–300 °C to reduce internal stresses
Why GX2CrNiMo 19-11-2?
Cost-effectiveness
GX2CrNiMoNb 19-11-2 offers good value for money and enhanced corrosion resistance.
Processing
GX2CrNiMoNb 19-11-2 is easy to form both cold and hot, is easy to machine and welds very well without the need for subsequent heat treatment.
Areas of application
The steel is used, for example, in the food industry, the pharmaceutical industry, the offshore industry and shipbuilding.