201 in CNC Machining
201 stainless steel is a cost-effective alternative to traditional stainless steel grades. It offers good corrosion resistance and is commonly used for kitchen utensils, sinks, appliances, and other everyday components.
- Cost-effective: 201 offers a lower-cost stainless steel option for many applications.
- Corrosion resistant: Good corrosion resistance supports everyday and kitchen applications.
- Versatile: Use 201 for utensils, sinks, appliances, and custom parts.
Selection note: Stainless steel offers excellent corrosion resistance, strength, and easy cleaning. RapidDirect provides as-machined, electroplated, passivated, powder-coated, polished, and brushed surfaces.
Compare other Stainless Steel grades201 Capabilities
| Price | $$$ |
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| Lead time | Under 10 days |
| Wall thickness | 0.75 mm |
| Tolerances | ±0.005 in (±0.125 mm) |
| Maximum part size | 2000 × 800 × 1000 mm |
| Available grades | 201 |
201 Stainless Steel Material Specifications
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile strength, yield | 275–380 MPa |
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| Fatigue strength | 240–290 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 40–60 % |
| Hardness | 147–217 Brinell |
Physical Properties
| Density | 7.90 g/cm³ |
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