Unfortunately a plaited chain is likely to suffer from the repeated buffeting it will receive whilst in service resulting in the plaiting failing prematurely. As these are used in a ceremonial role it is an essential requirement that they have a polished finish.
I am looking at specifying grade...
Thanks for the prompt replies
swall: the alloy being used is X2CrNiMo17-12-2 No. 1.4404 to EN 10088-2 which I believe to be a 316 SS. The welding process being used can be either resistance butt or flash (the manufacturers choice) using filler rod 19.12.3.L.S1 to EN 12072.
EdStainless: The...
I need some advise on the heat treatment of 1.4404 Austenitic stainless steel welded link chain. This is required to restore the strength of the material following cold working and welding.
As I see it we can either stress relieve it at a temp of around 375 C, or solution anneal it at around...
