Type 302 Stainless Steel is a popular austenitic and non-magnetic stainless steel that is known for its toughness and ductility.  Although very similar to 304 Stainless Steel, Type 302 has  more carbon and a good record of corrosion resistance. Though it does have a tendency to work harden, this can be overcome by slow speeds and high feeds.

You will find Type 302 in use in a variety of applications and products including:

• Stamping
• Spinning
• Wire Forming
• Washers
• Form Springs
• Spring Clips
• Retainers
• Screens
• Cables

To be considered Type 302, a stainless steel must be composed of the follow:

• Cr 17-19%
• Ni 8-10%
• Mn 2%
• Si 1%
• C 0.15%
• S 0.03%
• P 0.045%

Type 302 has tensile strength of 8990 psi and a yield strength of 39900 psi. Continental Steel is proud to be a supplier of Type 302 Stainless Steel in a variety of forms such as sheet, plate, wire, and strip. All of our stainless steel supplies meet or exceed the most exacting industry standards.