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309 Stainless Steel – High-Temperature Austenitic Alloy

309 stainless steel is a high-chromium, high-nickel austenitic alloy engineered for continuous high-temperature service up to 980°C. Available in coil, sheet, plate, strip, pipe, bar, and wire forms with full mill test certification.

Key Specifications:

  • Chromium: 22–24%, Nickel: 12–15%
  • Thickness: 0.5 mm – 100 mm
  • Tensile Strength: ≥ 560 MPa
  • Standards: ASTM, AISI, GB, JIS, DIN, EN

Ideal For: Furnace components, heat exchangers, petrochemical processing, power generation, and heat treatment equipment.

309 stainless steel is an austenitic chromium-nickel alloy with excellent high temperature properties and oxidation resistance. Higher chromium (22-24 %) and nickel (12-15 %) compared to standard grade 304 maintains structural integrity and corrosion resistance even in continuous use up to 980 °C. Bomis supplies 309 stainless steels in the form of coils, plates, strips, plates, tubes, round bars and wires, all manufactured to international standards and certified by complete factory testing.

Key Features & Advantages

1. Excellent high temperature oxidation resistance: The high chromium content promotes the formation of a dense, self-healing chromium oxide (Cr ₂ O ₃) protective layer on the surface. This barrier is stable under continuous exposure to 980 °C, making 309 stainless steel the most popular choice for furnace components and heat treatment equipment.

2. Enhanced corrosion resistance: Balanced nickel and chromium components provide reliable resistance in a variety of corrosive media, including weak acids, sulfide-rich atmospheres, alkaline solutions and chloride-rich industrial environments. This versatility supports applications in high temperatures and ambient conditions.

3. Good weldability and manufacturability: 309 stainless steel is easy to weld by traditional methods (TIG, MIG, SMAW). The low carbon 309S model further reduces the risk of intergranular corrosion in the weld area and eliminates the need for post-weld annealing in many applications.

4. Good mechanical strength at high temperatures: the tensile strength of 309 stainless steel exceeds 560 MPa, and the yield strength exceeds 205 MPa. It can maintain reliable bearing capacity, reduce deformation and prolong the service life of the device even under continuous high temperature.

5. Wide range of products with flexible dimensions: thickness 0.5 mm-100mm, width 5mm-2000mm, covering specifications such as coils, plates, strips, tubes, rods and wires-achieve one source procurement, meet different manufacturing requirements.

Technical Specifications

Property Motuya
Nkombo ya eloko 309 Stainless Steel Coil / Sheet / Plate / Strip
Kilasi 309 / 309S / 309H
Etando ya bonene 0.5 mm – 100 mm
Etuluku ya bonene 5 mm – 2000 mm
Standards GB, JIS, ASTM, AISI, DIN, EN
Bongisi ya likolo NO.1, 2B, BA
Density 7.98 g/cm³
Melting Point 1400 – 1450 °C
Makasi ya kobenda ≥ 560 MPa
Makasi ya kopesa ≥ 205 MPa
Elongation ≥ 45%
Hardness ≤ 90 HRB (Brinell)
Thermal Expansion 16.0 × 10⁻⁶ / °C (20–1000 °C)
Thermal Conductivity 14.2 W/(m·K) at 100 °C

Chemical Composition

Eténi 309 309S 309H
Carbon (C) ≤ 0.20% ≤ 0.08% 0.04 – 0.10%
Chromium (Cr) 22.0 – 24.0% 22.0 – 24.0% 22.0 – 24.0%
Nickel (Ni) 12.0 – 15.0% 12.0 – 15.0% 12.0 – 15.0%
Manganese (Mn) ≤ 2.00% ≤ 2.00% ≤ 2.00%
Silicon (Si) ≤ 1.00% ≤ 1.00% ≤ 1.00%
Sulfur (S) ≤ 0.030% ≤ 0.030% ≤ 0.030%
Phosphorus (P) ≤ 0.040% ≤ 0.040% ≤ 0.040%

Equivalent Grades

Ya momeseno Designation
ASTM / AISI 309
GB (China) 06Cr23Ni13
JIS (Japan) SUS 309
EN (Europe) 1.4828

309 vs 304 vs 310 Stainless Steel — Quick Comparison

Property 304 309 310
Cr Content 18.0 – 20.0% 22.0 – 24.0% 24.0 – 26.0%
Ni Content 8.0 – 11.0% 12.0 – 15.0% 19.0 – 22.0%
Max Continuous Use Temp 870 °C 980 °C 1150 °C
Makasi ya kobenda ≥ 515 MPa ≥ 560 MPa ≥ 550 MPa
Corrosion Resistance General environments (atmospheric, fresh water) Moderate corrosion + high-temperature oxidation Best — resists sulfide and oxidizing gas at high temp
Typical Applications Kitchenware, building trim, food processing Furnace parts, heat exchangers, exhaust systems Industrial kiln linings, high-temp furnaces, heat treatment
Relative Cost Economical Mid-range Premium

Available Product Forms

BOMIS has a comprehensive inventory of different product formats to support different manufacturing and project needs:

  • Coil & Sheet: Thickness 0.5–100 mm, width 5–2000 mm, surface finishes NO.1 / 2B / BA — suitable for sheet metal fabrication, tank construction, and cladding.
  • Plate: Heavy-gauge plate available for structural and pressure-vessel applications requiring thicker cross-sections.
  • Strip: Narrow-width material in coil form, ideal for stamping, forming, and precision component manufacturing.
  • Pipe & Tube: Outer diameter 6–500 mm, wall thickness 0.5–30 mm — for high-temperature fluid transport, heat exchangers, and process piping.
  • Round Bar: Diameter 5–500 mm, length 3–6 m — for machining, fasteners, shafts, and structural components.
  • Wire: Diameter 0.1–10 mm — for welding filler material, wire mesh, springs, and fasteners.
309 Stainless Steel - High-Temperature Austenitic Alloy
309 Stainless Steel – High-Temperature Austenitic Alloy

Applications

  • High-Temperature Industrial Equipment: Furnace bottom plates, furnace tubes, conveyor belts, heat treatment fixtures, industrial exhaust ducts, and annealing boxes — where sustained exposure to elevated temperatures demands oxidation-resistant materials.
  • Petrochemical Processing: High-temperature process piping, reaction vessels (particularly in sulfur-containing environments), reformer tubes, flue gas components, and cracking furnace parts.
  • Power Generation: Boiler burner components, superheater tube supports, exhaust stack liners, heat exchanger baffles, and thermal power plant hot-zone structural elements.
  • Heat Treatment Industry: Furnace chamber rails, annealing tubes, muffle linings, radiation tubes, burner nozzles, thermocouple protection sleeves, and carburizing boxes.
  • Waste Processing: Linings for waste incinerators, high-temperature chimney flanges, and thermal oxidizer components where both heat and corrosive gases are present.
  • Welded Fabrications: Structural weldments requiring matched high-temperature filler metal compatibility and post-weld corrosion integrity.

Quality Assurance

Each batch of Bomis 309 stainless steel is accompanied by a complete Factory Test Certification (MTC) where chemical composition, mechanical properties and dimensional inspection are documented in accordance with applicable standards. Our quality management system is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, and we welcome third-party inspections, including SGS, BV and TÜV, at every stage of production or before shipment. Sample requests are processed free of charge and buyers can check the material properties and surface finishes before placing a bulk order.

Packaging & Logistics

Standard export packaging is designed to protect the integrity of materials in both sea and container transport. The coils are wrapped in moisture-proof paper and fastened to the wooden pallet with steel strip. Seats and seats are staggered seats between layers and packed in a closed wooden box. Customized packaging specifications are available on request, including edge protection, VCI (Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor) packaging and label labels. Bomis regularly delivers to the Middle East, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, South America and Africa markets and offers competitive freight and customs clearance support.

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Q: What is the difference between 309, 309S, and 309H stainless steel?

A: These three grades have the same chromium (22-24 %) and nickel (12-15 %) composition, but the carbon content is different. The upper limit of standard carbon for 309 is 0, 20 %. 309S is a low carbon modification (≤0, 08 %) which minimises carbide precipitation during welding and is recommended for welding production. 309H has an adjustable carbon range of 0.04-0.10 %, which improves high temperature creep strength and is suitable for very high temperature structural applications above 650 °C.

Q: What is the maximum operating temperature for 309 stainless steel?

Answer: 309 stainless steel can be used continuously at temperatures up to 980 °C under oxidizing conditions. In the case of intermittent exposure, it undergoes short transitions of approximately 1000-1050 °C. For applications requiring continuous operation at temperatures of 1000 °C or higher, 310 stainless steel (nominal temperature 1150 °C) is generally recommended.

Q: Is 309 stainless steel suitable for food-grade or hygienic applications?

A: 309 stainless steel is technically corrosion resistant, but it is not the standard choice for food contact and hygiene applications. In these environments, 304 or 316L are more often specified because of their established performance and optimized price-quality ratio. 309 is manufactured for high temperature industry and has high chromium and nickel content, so it has the greatest advantages.

Q: What surface finishes are available for 309 stainless steel sheets and coils?

A: Standard surface treatments include No. 1 (hot rolling, annealing, descaling-suitable for industrial and heat-resistant applications), No. 2B (cold rolling, annealing, pickling and surface treatment to obtain a smooth, reflective matt surface) and No. BA (bright annealing in a controlled atmosphere to obtain a mirror-like reflective surface). Custom finishes include brushes (No. 4) and polishes (No. 8 mirror), and professional architectural or decorative applications are available on request.

Q: Can 309 stainless steel be cold-formed or machined?

A: Yes. 309 stainless steel can be cold formed using conventional bending machines, roll forming and pressing equipment, but because its strength is higher than 304, it may be necessary to increase the forming force. For machining, it is recommended to use carbide tools and sufficient coolant flow to control work hardening. The 309S low carbon grade is generally suitable for very high strength moulding because it is slightly less hard.

Q: Do you provide cut-to-size service for 309 stainless steel sheets and plates?

A: Yes, Bomis offers cut length and slot width services for coils, sheets and plates. You can specify a custom size when ordering. The minimum order quantity (MOQ) depends on the shape and specifications of the product. The typical minimum order quantity for standard grades and sizes is 1 to 2 tons. Contact our sales team for your specific size and quantity requirements for a timely quote.