Chemical & Petrochemical
Stainless Steel Solutions for Chemical & Petrochemical Industries
Chemical and petrochemical industries face severe wear challenges in harsh environments. Stancor Stainless provides high-performance stainless steel plates, sheets, and coils to meet these demands.
The service challenge
In chemical processing, wear mechanisms such as sliding abrasion and corrosive attack can severely erode components over time. This often leads to failure of susceptible parts like valves and tanks, resulting in costly downtime.
Recommended product by component
| Component | Grade | Thickness | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storage Tanks | S31603 | 3-25 | Enhanced corrosion resistance increases lifespan significantly. |
| Heat Exchangers | S32205 | 5-30 | Duplex structure provides superior resistance to pitting and stress corrosion cracking. |
| Pumps Casings | S30403 | 4-20 | Good balance of strength and corrosion resistance extends operational life. |
| Valves | S34700 | 6-22 | Excellent high-temperature strength improves reliability under extreme conditions. |
| Mixing Blades | N08904 | 3-12 | Superior resistance to sulfuric acid enhances durability in aggressive environments. |
Selecting the right product
Choose based on environment
Select grades that match the specific chemical and physical stresses of your application.
Consider thickness requirements
Assess the necessary thickness for structural integrity and longevity.
Factor in temperature variations
Ensure the chosen grade can withstand fluctuating temperatures without compromising performance.
Evaluate application frequency
Higher wear applications may require more resilient stainless steel grades.
Questions engineers ask
Which grade is best for corrosive applications?
For corrosive chemical environments, grades like S31603 or S32205 are highly recommended due to their excellent corrosion resistance.
What is the typical thickness range available?
We offer stainless steel plates, sheets, and coils in thicknesses ranging from 3 mm to 30 mm, depending on the grade.
Can I get custom cuts?
Yes, we provide custom cutting services to match your specific designs and project requirements.
How can I ensure traceability?
Every shipment comes with an EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificate that ensures traceability to its heat.
Products for chemical & petrochemical
Austenitic Stainless Steel Plate
The 300-series workhorses — 304/304L, 316/316L, 321, 347, 309S and 310S.
View product →Duplex & Super Duplex Plate
Twice the yield of 316L with chloride stress corrosion resistance — 2205, 2304, 2507, S32760.
View product →Super Austenitic & High Alloy Plate
When 316L pits and duplex is ruled out — 904L, 254 SMO and Alloy 20.
View product →Not listed? Send your specification and we will confirm availability.
Get a quotation for chemical & petrochemical
Send drawings or part sizes and we quote plate, grade and cut-to-size options with mill test certificates.
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