AISI 304Cu – AISI 304HC – X3CrNiCu18-9-4 – DIN 1.4567

304Cu grade is, 304 with added Copper (Cu) content.

Copper is a highly versatile metal that has numerous applications in various industries. When added to materials, it can impart several desirable properties, including increased softness and improved cold heading and thread rolling capabilities. Cold heading is a process that involves forming metal into a desired shape without the use of heat, while thread rolling is the process of producing screw threads by pressing a hardened steel die against a rotating workpiece.

The addition of copper to materials also enhances their machining properties, making them easier to cut and shape into the desired form. In particular, 304Cu grade stainless steel is known to exhibit superior machining properties compared to the standard 304 grade.

In addition to its advantageous properties, 304Cu is also a notable inclusion in the A2 fastener grade, which is commonly used in various applications that require high-strength and corrosion-resistant fasteners. Fasteners made from 304Cu are often powder or oxalate coated to ease their production, making them more cost-effective and efficient to manufacture.

Overall, the addition of copper to materials like stainless steel can result in a range of desirable properties that make them ideal for use in various industrial applications. The use of 304Cu grade stainless steel in fastener production is a testament to its versatility and suitability for use in high-performance applications.

Alternative grades: AISI 304L

Available forms: Round Bars, Wires

Available forms in our stocks: Round Bars, Wires

Given data is based on theoritical vaules and intended as informative purposes only. Given data may be revised at any time without prior notice. Stainless steels may vary in performance under different circumstances. Hisco Steel disclaims any and every liability, and will not be held responsible for any consequences derived from the end use or the application of the materials.