444 stainless steel bright wire

Superior Properties of 444 Stainless Steel Bright Wire

Our 444 stainless steel bright wire is a specialized low-carbon, low-nitrogen ferritic grade offering:

• Outstanding pitting resistance
• Superior crevice corrosion resistance
• Enhanced durability compared to standard ferritic grades

Key Applications and Technical Specifications

Industrial Applications

Our stainless steel bright wire grade 444 excels in:

• Food processing equipment screens
• Brewery and wine making systems
• Heat-exchanger components
• Automotive applications

Chemical Composition

Our 444 stainless steel bright wire features precise elemental control:

• Carbon: 0.025% max
• Chromium: 17.50-19.50%
• Molybdenum: 1.75-2.50%
• Manganese: 1.00% max
• Silicon: 0.60%
• Nickel: 1.00% max
• Titanium + Columbium: 0.20 + 4x (C+N) min-0.80 max
• Phosphorus: 0.040% max
• Sulfur: 0.030% max
• Iron: Balance

Physical Characteristics

Premium performance specifications:

• Density: 0.280 lbs/in³ (7.75 g/cm³)
• Electrical Resistivity at 68°F: 22.50 microhm-in
• Thermal Conductivity at 212°F: 15.5 BTU/hr/ft²/ft/°F
• Modulus of Elasticity: 29.0 x 10³ KSI
• Melting Range: 2700-2790°F
• Magnetic Properties: Magnetic
• Specific Heat: 0.102 BTU/lb/°F (32-212°F)

Choose our 444 stainless steel bright wire for applications demanding superior corrosion resistance and reliable performance across diverse industrial environments.