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stainless steel 321 /321h sheet and plates

Premium Quality Stainless Steel Sheets & Plates

We supply Stainless Steel 321 and 321H Sheets and Plates in India and around the world. We create these sheets and plates using high-quality materials. We source these materials from trusted companies such as SAIL, Jindal, ESSAR, TATA, Bhushan, and some imported mills. This ensures quality, reliability, and consistency in every delivery.

With our modern facilities and skilled workers, we provide custom designs based on client needs and industry standards. Our products are known for their long-lasting durability, resistance to corrosion and oxidation, and strong mechanical strength. This makes them perfect for use in aerospace, chemical processing, refineries, thermal plants, power generation, and high-temperature applications.

stainless steel 321/321h sheet and plates

 

Key Features of SS 321 / 321H Sheets & Plates

  •  Excellent corrosion and oxidation resistance
  •  Superior high-temperature performance
  •  Dimensional accuracy and smooth surface finish
  •  High tensile and yield strength
  •  Good weldability and formability
  •  Ideal for intergranular corrosion resistance post-welding
  •  Long service life and low maintenance

Understanding the Difference: SS 321 vs SS 321H

Property

SS 321 (UNS S32100)

SS 321H (UNS S32109)

Carbon Content

≤ 0.08%

0.04%–0.10%

Titanium Stabilized

Yes (Ti = 5x(C+N))

Yes (Ti = 4x(C+N))

Heat Resistance

Good

Excellent – Better suited for high-temp.

Strength at Elevated Temps

Moderate

High – Preferred for pressure equipment

Common Applications

Welding, aircraft, heat exchangers

Refineries, power plants, pressure vessels

ASTM Specification

ASTM A240

ASTM A240

321H is essentially the high carbon version of 321, offering enhanced creep resistance and strength at temperatures above 537°C. It is particularly used in structural and pressure-containing applications.

 

Specifications

Standards

Designation

ASTM

A 240

ASME

SA 240

 

STANDARD

UNS

WERKSTOFF NR.

SS 321

S32100

1.4541

SS 321H

S32109

1.4878

 

321H Chemical Composition

Typical compositional ranges for grade 321 stainless steels are given in table 1.

Composition ranges for 321 grade stainless steel Sheets & Plates

Grade

C

Mn

Si

P

S

Cr

Mo

Ni

N

Other

321

min.
max


0.08

2.00

0.75

0.045

0.030

17.0
19.0

9.0
12.0

0.10

Ti=5(C+N)
0.70

321H

min.
max

0.04
0.10

2.00

0.75

0.045

0.030

17.0
19.0

9.0
12.0

Ti=4(C+N)
0.70

347

min.
max

0.08

2.00

0.75

0.045

0.030

17.0
19.0

9.0
13.0

Nb=10(C+N)
1.0

 

Mechanical Properties

Typical mechanical properties for grade 321 stainless steels are given in table 2.

Mechanical properties of 321 grade stainless steel Plates & Sheeets

Grade

Tensile Strength (MPa) min

Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min

Elongation (% in 50mm) min

Hardness

Rockwell B (HR B) max

Brinell (HB) max

321

515

205

40

95

217

321H

515

205

40

95

217

347

515

205

40

92

201

321H also has a requirement for a grain size of ASTM No 7 or coarser.

Physical Properties

Typical physical properties for annealed grade 321 stainless steels are given in table 3.

Physical properties of 321 grade stainless steel in the annealed condition

Grade

Density (kg/m3)

Elastic Modulus (GPa)

Mean Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (μm/m/°C)

Thermal Conductivity (W/m.K)

Specific Heat 0-100°C (J/kg.K)

Electrical Resistivity (nΩ.m)

0-100°C

0-315°C

0-538°C

at 100°C

at 500°C

321

8027

193

16.6

17.2

18.6

16.1

22.2

500

720

 

Grade Specification Comparison

Approximate grade comparisons for 321 stainless steels are given in table 4.

Grade specifications for 321 grade stainless steel

Grade

UNS No

Old British

Euronorm

Swedish SS

Japanese JIS

BS

En

No

Name

321

S32100

321S31

58B, 58C

1.4541

X6CrNiTi18-10

2337

SUS 321

321H

S32109

321S51

1.4878

X10CrNiTi18-10

SUS 321H

347

S34700

347S31

58G

1.4550

X6CrNiNb18-10

2338

SUS 347

These comparisons are approximate only. The list is intended as a comparison of functionally similar materials not as a schedule of contractual equivalents. If exact equivalents are needed original specifications must be consulted.

 

Documentation Provided with Every Delivery

We ensure full traceability and customer confidence by including the following:

  •  Mill Test Certificate (MTC) / Lab Test Report
  •  Quality Assurance Plan (QAP)
  •  Heat Treatment Charts
  •  Fumigation Certificates (for export packaging)
  •  Commercial Invoice & Packing List
  •  Guarantee Letter

Packaging Details

We follow safe and standard industry practices for packaging, including:

  •  Wooden Crates / Pallets – For export or bulk deliveries
  •  Plastic Wrapping and Bubble Sheet – To avoid moisture/rust
  •  Custom Packing as per Client Requirements
  •  Each bundle is labeled with Grade, Lot No., Size, and Specification

 

Possible Alternatives to 321 / 321H

Grade

When to Use Instead of 321

304L

For intergranular corrosion resistance, not high temp. strength

304H

For moderate temp. use up to 800°C

310 / 310S

For higher temp. resistance up to 1100°C

253MA (S30815)

For very high temp. resistance up to 1150°C

347

For similar corrosion resistance but with niobium stabilization

 Available Grades & Variants

  • Stainless Steel 321 Sheets
  • Stainless Steel 321H Sheets
  • SS 321 Plates
  • SS 321H Plates
  • 321 UNS S32100 Sheets and Plates
  • 321H UNS S32109 Sheets and Plates
  • DIN 1.4541 / 1.4878 Sheets and Plates

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