TECHNICAL INFORMATION FOR A286 PER AMS 5726
A286, as specified in AMS 5726, is a high-strength austenitic alloy containing iron, nickel, and chromium bases with additions of molybdenum, titanium, boron, and vanadium. Following heat treatment and work hardening, properties include a tensile strength of up to 200 ksi (1379 MPa) and outstanding resistance to corrosion and oxidation up to 1,300°F (704°C).
Processed through consumable electrode melting and solution heat treatment, A286 as specified in AMS 5726 provides a high level of mechanical reliability for critical parts in aerospace and industrial applications.
Applications of AMS 5726
- AIRCRAFT AND INDUSTRIAL TURBINES
Used in turbines, afterburners, and fuel nozzles requiring high-temperature strength and durability. - OFFSHORE OIL & GAS COMPONENTS
Ideal for components exposed to extreme heat and stress, sometimes replacing titanium in high-heat situations. - PRECISION HIGH-TEMPERATURE PARTS
Selected for precision aerospace and industrial components where traceability and mechanical performance are critical.
What is A286 Stainless Steel ?
A286 is an iron-nickel-chromium alloy with additions of molybdenum and titanium. A 286 is one of the most popular high temperature alloys. As one of the austenitic alloys it maintains good strength and oxidation resistance at temperatures up to 1300ºF. Due to its high strength and excellent fabrication characteristics.
A286 STAINLESS STEEL SPECIFICATIONS
SHEET & PLATE
Flat products for structural, high-temperature, and corrosion-resistant applications.
BARS & FORGINGS
Semi-finished and forged shapes for critical components requiring toughness and high-temperature performance.
GE SPECIFICATIONS
Engineered for General Electric aerospace components.
ROLLS ROYCE SPECIFICATIONS
Certified to Rolls-Royce standards for turbine and high-temperature parts.
PRATT & WHITNEY SPECIFICATIONS
Engineered for Pratt & Whitney engine and structural applications.
SAFRAN SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer-specific superalloy components for aerospace applications.
Certified Material for Critical Service
A286 Stainless Steel is specified under multiple aerospace standards including AMS 5525, AMS 5726, AMS 5731–5737, AMS 5853, AMS 5895, and various GE, Rolls Royce, Pratt & Whitney, and Safran specifications. This ensures reliability, traceability, and suitability for critical high-temperature and high-strength applications.