Stainless steels for superior machinability

Prodec

Stainless steel grades optimized for improved machinability with longer tool life and enhanced quality.

Outokumpu Prodec Grades

Prodec 304/4301

  • EN: 1.4301
  • ASTM type: 304 / S30400
  • Microstructure: Austenitic
Typical applications
Product forms
Chemical composition
  • C: 0.02
  • Cr: 18.1
  • Ni:
  • Mo: 8.1
  • N:
  • Other:

Prodec 304L/4307

A version of Core 304L/4307 with improved machinability. Improves productivity with faster machining, longer tool life, better dimensional tolerances, superior machined surface quality, and improved yields compared to conventionally produced Core 304L/4307.

  • EN: 1.4307
  • ASTM type: 304L / S30403
  • Microstructure: Austenitic
Typical applications
  • Fasteners
  • Flanges
  • Valves
  • Pressure fittings
Product forms
Chemical composition
  • C: 0.02
  • Cr: 18.1
  • Ni:
  • Mo: 8.1
  • N:
  • Other:

Prodec 316/4401

  • EN: 1.4401
  • ASTM type: 316 / S31600
  • Microstructure: Austenitic
Typical applications
Product forms
Chemical composition
  • C: 0.02
  • Cr: 17.2
  • Ni: 2.1
  • Mo: 10.1
  • N:
  • Other:

Prodec 316L/4404

Prodec 316L/4404 is a version of Supra 316L/4404 with improved machinability. Improves productivity with faster machining, longer tool life, better dimensional tolerances, superior machined surface quality, and improved yields compared to conventionally produced Supra 316L/4404.

  • EN: 1.4404
  • ASTM type: 316L / S31603
  • Microstructure: Austenitic
Typical applications
  • Fasteners
  • Flanges
  • Valves
  • Pressure fittings
Product forms
Chemical composition
  • C: 0.02
  • Cr: 17.2
  • Ni: 2.1
  • Mo: 10.1
  • N:
  • Other:

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Prodec 

The Prodec range comprises stainless steel grades that are optimized for consistently superior machinability, enabling faster machining speed, longer tool life, and enhanced quality.

Extensive technical knowledge and our end-to-end production chain enables us to optimize the material's machinability properties through all steps of the process.

Unlike typical grades optimized for machinability, Prodec products have similar corrosion resistance to conventionally produced stainless steel grades.

 

Prodec grades

  • 304L/4307 (1.4307)
  • 316/4404 (1.4404)
 

Standards and approvals

 EN 10088-2   
 EN 10088-4   
 ASME SA-240  
 ASTM A240  
 NACE MR0175/ISO 15156  
 NACE MR0103/ISO 17945  

Outokumpu meets the most common certifications and approvals around the world, including:

  • AD 2000 Merkblatt
  • Approval of Material Manufacturers
  • Factory Production Control Certificate
  • ISO 9001
  • ISO 14001
  • ISO 50001
  • ISO/TS 16949
  • NORSOK
  • OHSAS 18001
  • Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)

Outokumpu Prodec range downloads 

Outokumpu Product Ranges chart
Machining guideline for Prodec 304L/4307 and Prodec 316L/4404​​​​​​​
Machining guideline for 304L/4307 and Prodec 316L, Imperial Units​​​​​​​
Machining guidelines for standard austenitic stainless steel grades