AMS 5902 - 301 Stainless Steel (3/4 Hard Condition)
AMS 5902 indicates the requirements for the properties of 301 stainless steel when it is supplied at the 3/4 hard level, achieved by cold working. It is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel that offers a balance of high strength, ductility, and reliable corrosion resistance, making it particularly useful for applications that require formability, high mechanical properties, and good corrosion resistance.
Properties of AMS 5902
Stainless steel 301, under the specification AMS 5902, is recognized for its fast work-hardening properties. It attains a minimum tensile strength of about 175,000 psi, along with a yield strength of about 135,000 psi, while maintaining moderate elongation properties for fabrication, such as forming and bending.
Key attributes include :
- High tensile and yield strength from cold reduction
- Excellent ductility and formability at 3/4 hard temper
- Good corrosion resistance in industrial and marine environments
- Non-magnetic when annealed, becoming partially magnetic after cold work
- Reliable performance for lightweight aerospace components
What is 301 Stainless Steel ?
301 is an austenitic chromium-nickel based stainless steel that is non-magnetic in the annealed condition but becomes magnetic when cold worked. The high strength and corrosion resistance of this grade of stainless steel makes it useful for a variety of applications.
301 STAINLESS STEEL SPECIFICATIONS
SHEET SOLUTION HEAT TREATED / ANNEALED
Optimized for formability and corrosion resistance through heat treatment.
FEDERAL & MILITARY SHEET SPECIFICATIONS
Standards ensuring reliability in defense and aerospace use.
OIL & GAS
Corrosion-resistant grades for sour service and harsh environments.
Certified Material for Critical Service
301 stainless steel is supplied as certified material for critical service, complete with mill test reports (MTRs) and traceability documentation. Fighter Jet Metals ensures that all 301 stainless steel products meet AMS, MIL, and NACE standards, guaranteeing reliability, safety, and performance in demanding aerospace, oil & gas, and industrial environments.