202 Stainless Steel Coil – High-Strength, Cost-Saving Austenitic Grade Direct from China
Introduction: Why 202 Stainless Steel Coil is the Smart Buy
If you need bright surface, excellent weldability and deep-draw performance without the 304 price tag, 202 Stainless Steel Coil is your answer.
This chromium-nickel-manganese austenitic grade delivers:
- 30–40 % lower cost than 304 while maintaining comparable corrosion resistance in mild/indoor environments
- Higher tensile strength after cold working – allowing thinner gauges and weight savings
- Superior formability – perfect for tube making, kitchen sinks, decorative panels
- Non-magnetic properties after solution annealing – ideal for elevator cabins and electronic chassis
Whether you are a tube mill, OEM fabricator, construction contractor or kitchen-equipment brand, sourcing china 202 stainless steel coil from our ISO-certified mill guarantees consistent quality, short lead times and factory-direct pricing.
Product Features
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Austenitic Cr-Ni-Mn Alloy
- Ni 4–6 %, Mn 7.5–10 %, N 0.15–0.25 % – stable austenite, no magnetism after annealing
- Lower nickel volatility → more stable wholesale 202 stainless steel coil price
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No1 Stainless Steel Coil 202 (Hot Rolled)
- Mill finish No.1 (pickled & annealed) – ideal for heavy gauges > 3 mm
- Excellent weldability for large-diameter pipes and structural sections
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Chinese Cold Roll 202 Stainless Steel Coil
- Thickness 0.25 – 3.0 mm, surface 2B/BA/mirror/colored
- Ra ≤ 0.20 µm on BA finish – direct mirror cladding without further polishing
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Cold Rolling Advantages
- ±0.02 mm thickness tolerance – perfect for automatic tube mills
- Higher tensile strength (+15 % vs HR) – allows down-gauging and cost savings
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Wide Finish Portfolio
- 2B, BA, No.4, HL, No.8, embossed, PVD Ti-color, anti-fingerprint – all available on cold roll 202 stainless steel coil company line
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Global Standards Compliance
- ASTM A240, JIS G4304, EN 10088-2, GB/T 3280
- Mill Test Certificate EN 10204 3.1, SGS, BV, TUV third-party inspection
No1 stainless steel coil 202 – pickled & annealed surface ready for heavy fabrication
Specifications Table
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Steel Grade | AISI 202, JIS SUS202, GB/T 12Cr18Mn9Ni5N |
| Thickness Cold Rolled | 0.25 – 3.0 mm |
| Thickness Hot Rolled | 2.5 – 50 mm |
| Width | 600 – 1 600 mm (slit down to 20 mm) |
| Coil ID | 508 mm / 610 mm |
| Coil Weight | 3 – 25 MT (max) |
| Surface | 2B, BA, No.1, No.4, HL, No.8, embossed, PVD color, AFP |
| Edge | Slit edge or mill edge |
| Standards | ASTM A240, JIS G4304, EN 10088-2, GB/T 3280 |
| Flatness | ≤ 2 mm/m for CR ≤ 2 mm; ≤ 4 mm/m for HR |
| Protective Film | Laser PVC 70–120 µm (black/white/blue) |
| Coil OD | Max 2 000 mm |
| Weight Tolerance | ±3 % on single coil |
Chemical Composition & Mechanical Properties
Chemistry (wt %, max unless noted)
| Element | ASTM 202 Range | Typical Result |
|---|---|---|
| C | ≤ 0.15 | 0.06 |
| Mn | 7.5–10.0 | 8.3 |
| Si | ≤ 1.00 | 0.45 |
| P | ≤ 0.060 | 0.025 |
| S | ≤ 0.030 | 0.002 |
| Cr | 17.0–19.0 | 18.0 |
| Ni | 4.0–6.0 | 5.0 |
| N | ≤ 0.25 | 0.18 |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Cold Rolled Typical | Hot Rolled Typical |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength Rm | 680 MPa | 620 MPa |
| Yield Strength Rp0.2 | 360 MPa | 310 MPa |
| Elongation A50 | 48 % | 55 % |
| Hardness HRB | 88 | 82 |
| Young Modulus | 200 GPa | 200 GPa |
| Erichsen Deep-Draw | ≥ 9.5 mm | ≥ 10 mm |
Applications
- Tube & Pipe Making – furniture tubes, handrails, exhaust pipes, decorative square/round tubes
- Kitchenware – cookware bodies, sink bowls, cooker hoods, splashbacks
- Restaurant Equipment – buffet counters, dish tables, non-magnetic shelving
- Architecture & Decoration – wall cladding, ceiling tiles, elevator doors, column covers
- Automotive Trim – inner door sills, mirror covers, non-magnetic bus bars
- Signage & Display – mirror-faced letters, PVD colored logo walls, LED frame profiles
- Industrial – mild chemical tanks, control consoles, conveyor side guides
Massive ready stock of china 202 stainless steel coil – factory direct, fastest delivery
Advantages and Benefits
- 30–40 % Cost Saving vs 304 – the best value in mild environments
- Higher Strength after Cold Work – allows thinner gauges and weight reduction
- Excellent Weldability – suitable for TIG, MIG, laser, HF tube welding
- Superior Deep-Drawing & Spinning – perfect for kitchen sinks, pots and complex profiles
- Non-Magnetic after Annealing – μr < 1.02, ideal for elevator cabins and electronic chassis
- Food-Grade Safe – complies with GB 4806.9-2016 and FDA CFR 21 § 175.300
- Wide Finish Portfolio – mirror, color, embossing all in one coil
- Global Standards Compliance – ASTM, JIS, EN, GB certificates provided
Wholesale 202 stainless steel coil buyers enjoy mill-direct prices, flexible MOQ and 30-day price lock – protecting your margin from nickel volatility.
Supplier Information
We are a leading 202 stainless steel coil suppliers and cold roll 202 stainless steel coil company based in China, operating:
- 200 000 MT annual capacity – always in stock for regular sizes
- One-stop finish shop – 2B, BA, No.1, No.8, HL, embossed, PVD color, anti-fingerprint all under one roof
- OEM/ODM – custom width 20 – 1 600 mm, custom pattern, custom color within 7 days
- Competitive MOQ – 1 coil (≈ 8 MT) for mill finish; 50 sheets for colored finish
- Fast sampling – A4 or 200 × 200 mm mirror/colored samples free within 48 h
- Global logistics – long-term contracts with COSCO, MSC, CMA CGM for stable sea freight
- After-sales – 24-hour technical response, onsite application support available
Advanced production line at one of the leading chinese cold roll 202 stainless steel coil factories
FAQs
Q1. Is 202 stainless steel coil magnetic?
A1. It is non-magnetic after solution annealing (μr < 1.02); slight magnetism may appear after cold working.
Q2. Can I use 202 coil in coastal areas?
A2. Yes for light coastal or indoor marine environments. For heavy salt-spray zones we recommend 316L or apply a PVD coating on 202 for extra protection.
Q3. What is the minimum order quantity?
A3. 1 x 20 GP container (≈ 20 MT) for mill finish; 50 sheets for colored or embossed finish.
Q4. How do you control surface quality?
A4. Each coil runs through online roughness meter and automatic defect mapping; PVC film is applied immediately after final polishing.
Q5. Which certificate do you provide?
A5. Mill test certificate per EN 10204 3.1, SGS third-party inspection, ISO 9001, CE, RoHS, REACH as requested.
Q6. How long is your lead time?
A6. 7-10 days for stock sizes; 20-25 days for non-stock or custom colored/embossed orders.
Q7. Can you supply slit coils or blanks?
A7. Yes, width 20-1 600 mm, ID 508/610 mm, weight 3-25 MT per coil; precise blanking up to 4 × 2 m.
Q8. Do you offer a price guarantee?
A8. We lock the price for 30 days after PI is signed, protecting customers from nickel volatility.
Professional export packaging ensures safe delivery of your wholesale 202 stainless steel coil order
Call to Action
Ready to slash material costs without compromising quality? Contact the leading 202 stainless steel coil suppliers in China today for:
- Instant quotation FOB, CFR or CIF
- Free A4 mirror or colored samples within 48 hours
- Custom surface, color and embossing patterns
- Flexible payment terms (T/T, L/C, OA)
- Technical consultation and after-sales support