SANDVIK SAF 2507®

BILLETS
DATASHEET

Sandvik SAF 2507® is a super-duplex (austenitic-ferritic) stainless steel for service in highly corrosive
conditions. The grade is characterized by:

– Excellent resistance to stress corrosion cracking (SCC) in chloride-bearing environments

– Excellent resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion
– High resistance to general corrosion
– Very high mechanical strength
– Physical properties that offer design advantages
– High resistance to erosion corrosion and corrosion fatigue
– Good weldability

STANDARDS
– UNS: S32750
– EN Number: 1.4410
– EN Name: X 2 CrNiMoN 25-7-4
– SS: 2328

Product standards
EN 10088-3

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Suitable for further production according to ASTM A182 Grade F53.
Chemical composition according to ASTM A479, UNS S32750

Certificates
Status according to EN 10 204 3.1

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION (NOMINAL) %

C Si Mn P S Cr Ni Mo N Cu
≤0.030 ≤0.8 ≤1.2 ≤0.035 ≤0.015 25 7 4 0.3 ≤0.5

APPLICATIONS
Sandvik SAF 2507® is a duplex stainless steel specially designed for service in aggressive chloride-containing
environments. Typical applications are:

Industrial categories Typical applications

Oil and gas industry Flanges

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 Industrial categories Typical applications
Food industry Valves
Petrochemical industry and refineries Fittings
Pulp and paper industry Couplings
Chemical industry Rings
Seawater cooling Seals
Salt evaporation industry Bolts and nuts
Desalination plants Shafts
Geothermal wells Forgings
Mechanical components requiring high strength Discs
Pigtails and headers

CORROSION RESISTANCE
General corrosion
Sandvik SAF 2507® is highly resistant to corrosion by organic acids, e.g. formic and acetic acid. It is suitable for
use at high concentrations and temperatures, where austenitic stainless steels corrode at a high rate. Resistance
to inorganic acids is comparable to that of high alloy austenitic stainless steels in certain concentration ranges.

Pitting and crevice corrosion

The pitting and crevice corrosion resistance of a stainless steel is primarily determined by the content of
chromium, molybdenum and nitrogen. An index for comparing the resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion is
the PRE number (Pitting Resistance Equivalent). The PRE is defined as, in weight-%: PRE = %Cr + 3.3 x %Mo + 16
x %N. For duplex stainless steels, the pitting corrosion resistance is dependent on the PRE value in both the
ferrite phase and the austenite phase, so that the phase with the lowest PRE value will limit the actual pitting
corrosion resistance. In Sandvik SAF 2507®, the PRE value is equal in both phases, which has been achieved by a
careful balancing of the elements. The minimum PRE value for Sandvik SAF 2507® is 41. This is significantly higher
than e.g. the PRE values for other duplex stainless steels of the 25Cr type, which are not 'super-duplex'. As an
example, UNS S31260 (25Cr3Mo0.2N) has a PRE value of typically 38. The difference in corrosion resistance by
comparative measurements of CPT (Critical Pitting Temperature) is shown in figure 5.

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Figure 5. Critical pitting temperatures (CPT) at varying concentrations of sodium chloride, from 3 to 25%
(potentiostatic determination at +600 mV SCE with the surface ground to 600 grit paper). The results are taken
from the datasheet for Sandvik SAF 2507® tubes and should be interpreted as indicative.

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In the solution annealed and quenched condition, Sandvik SAF 2507® passes the pitting and crevice corrosion
test, according to ASTM G48 method A at a minimum of 50°C (120 oF).

Stress corrosion cracking

Sandvik SAF 2507® has excellent resistance to chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking, as shown in figure 6.

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Figure 6. SCC resistance in oxygen-bearing (about 8 ppm) neutral chloride solutions. Testing time 1000 hours.
Applied stress is equal to proof strength at testing temperature. The results are taken from the datasheet for
Sandvik SAF 2507® tubes and should be interpreted as indicative.

Intergranular corrosion
Sandvik SAF 2507® is a member of the family of modern duplex stainless steels whose chemical composition is
balanced to give quick reformation of austenite in the high-temperature heat-affected zone in the weld. This
results in a microstructure that gives the material good resistance to intergranular corrosion. Testing, to ASTM
A262 Practice E (Strauss test) presents no problem for Sandvik SAF 2507®, which passes without reservations.

Erosion corrosion and corrosion fatigue

The superior mechanical properties, combined with the improved corrosion resistance of Sandvik SAF 2507®,
result in excellent resistance to both erosion corrosion and corrosion fatigue, compared to standard austenitic

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stainless steels.

For further information regarding corrosion resistance of Sandvik SAF 2507®, please see the datasheet for
seamless tube and pipe Sandvik SAF 2507®. The data should be considered in the knowledge that it may not be
applicable for thick sections such as forgings.

FORMS OF SUPPLY
Sizes and tolerances
Round-cornered square, as well as round billets, are produced in a wide range of sizes according to the following
tables. Larger sizes offered on request.

Surface conditions
Square billets
Unground, spot ground or fully ground condition.

Round billets
Peel turned or black condition.

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Square billets

Size Tolerance Length

mm mm m
80 +/-2 4 - 6.3
100, 114, 126, 140, 150 +/-3 4 - 6.3
160, 180, 195, 200 +/-4 4 - 6.3
>200 - 350 +/-5 3 - 5.3

Sizes and tolerances apply to the rolled/forged condition.

Peel turned round billets

Size Tolerance Length

mm mm m
75 - 200 (5 mm interval) +/-1 max 10
>200 - 450 +/-3 3-8

Unground round billets

Size Tolerance Length

mm mm m
77 - 112 (5 mm interval) +/-2 max 10
124, 134 +/-2 max 10
127, 147, 157 +/-2 max 10
142, 152, 163 +/-2 max 10
168, 178, 188 +/-2 max 10
183, 193 +/-2 max 10

Other products
– Seamless tube and pipe
– Bar

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– Welded tube and pipe
– Fittings and flanges
– Plate, sheet and strip

HEAT TREATMENT
Billets are supplied in the hot worked condition. For finished products, the following heat treatment is
recommended.

Solution annealing
Slow heating up to 1000°C (1830°F). Annealing at 1050-1120°C (1920-2050°F), followed by quenching in water.

Stress relief heat treatment at 350°C (660 oF) for 5h followed by air cooling

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES
Testing is performed on separately solution annealed and quenched test pieces.

The following figures apply to material in the solution annealed and quenched condition.

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For small sections, the proof strength values at 20 °C (68 °F) are higher than those listed below.

More detailed information can be supplied on request.

At 20°C (68°F)
Metric units

Proof strength Tensile strength Elong. HB

R p0.2a) Rm Ab)
MPa MPa %
approx.
≥530c) 750-930c) ≥25 260

Imperial units

Proof strength Tensile strength Elong. HB

R p0.2a) Rm Ab)
ksi ksi %
approx.
≥77c) 109-135c) ≥25 260
1 MPa = 1 N/mm2
a) Rp0.2 corresponds to 0.2% offset yield strength.
b) Based on L0 = 5.65√S0 , where L0 is the original gauge length and S0the original cross-sectional area.
c) For forgings produced from billets, values according to ASTM A182 are valid.

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Figure 1. Comparison of proof strength, 0.2% offset, of Sandvik

SAF 2507, high alloy austenitic grades and other grades, for
material in the solution annealed and quenched condition.

At high temperatures

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The strength of the material decreases to some extent with increasing temperatures. Fig. 2 shows indicative
minimum values for proof strength of Sandvik SAF 2507® at high temperatures. More detailed information can be
supplied on request.

Figure 2. Minimum high temperature proof strength for Sandvik SAF 2507,
based on the data sheet for seamless tube and pipe. Since the tubes have thin
walls, the values should only be used as indicative values for forgings.

If Sandvik SAF 2507® is exposed for prolonged periods to temperatures exceeding 250°C (480°F), the
microstructure changes, which results in a reduction in impact strength. This effect may alter the behavior of the
material at the operating temperature. Contact Sandvik for more information.

Impact strength
Sandvik SAF 2507® possesses good impact strength. Figure 3 shows typical impact energy values for Sandvik
SAF 2507® bar-steel, in different sizes, at -20°C (-4°F), using standard Charpy V specimens. Samples are taken in
the longitudinal direction. The impact energy (Charpy V) at 20°C (68°F) is 100 J (74 ft-lb) min.

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Figure 3. Typical impact energy values at -20° C (-4°F),<br /> for

Sandvik SAF 2507 bar steel.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

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 At 20 °C (68 °F), typical values
Density 7.8 g/cm3 , 0.28 lb/in 3
Modulus of elasticity 200x103 MPa, 29x103 ksi
Specific heat capacity 480 J/kg °C, 0.12 Btu/lb °F
Thermal conductivity 14 W/m °C, 8 Btu/ft h°F
Thermal expansion 13 x10-6/°C, 7 x10-6/°F

Figure 4. Thermal expansion, per °C (30-100°C, 86-210°F).

Sandvik SAF 2507® has a far lower coefficient of thermal expansion than austenitic stainless steels and can,
therefore, possess certain design advantages.

HOT WORKING
Sandvik SAF 2507® is ductile at high temperatures. The deformation resistance increases with decreasing
temperatures and hot working should, therefore, be carried out at a material temperature of 1000-1200°C (1830-
2190°F). Heating should be slow up to 1000°C (1830°F). If the temperature falls below 1000°C (1830°F) during hot
working, there is a risk of sigma phase formation and the material must, therefore, be reheated.

Hot working of finished products in the grade should be followed by solution annealing and quenching in
accordance with the recommendations given for heat treatment.

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MICROSTRUCTURE
In the solution annealed and quenched condition, Sandvik SAF 2507® has an austenitic-ferritic microstructure
and the ferrite content is 35-55%.

WELDING
The weldability of Sandvik SAF 2507® is good. Suitable methods of fusion welding are manual metal-arc welding
(MMA/SMAW) and gas-shielded arc welding, with the TIG/GTAW method as first choice. Preheating and
subsequent heat treatment is normally not necessary.

For Sandvik SAF 2507®, heat input of 0.2-1.5 kJ/mm and interpass temperature of <150°C (300°F) are
recommended.

Recommended filler metals

GTAW/TIG welding

ISO 14343 S 25 9 4 N L / AWS A5.9 ER2594 (e.g. Exaton 25.10.4.L)

MMA/SMAW welding

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ISO 3581 E 25 9 4 N L R / AWS A5.4 E2594-16 (e.g. Exaton 25.10.4.LR)

ISO 3581 E 25 9 4 N L B / AWS A5.4 E2594-15 (e.g. Exaton 25.10.4.LB)

MACHINING
Machining Sandvik SAF 2507®, as with other stainless steels, requires an adjustment to tooling data and
machining method in order to achieve satisfactory results. Compared to Sanmac® 2205, the cutting speed must
be reduced by approximately 40-50%, when turning Sandvik SAF 2507® with coated, cemented carbide tools.
Much the same applies to other operations. Feeds should also be reduced slightly, by 10-15 %, and with care.

Detailed recommendations for the choice of tools and cutting data are provided in the data sheet for
Sanmac® 2205.

Disclaimer: Recommendations are for guidance only, and the suitability of a material for a specific application can be confirmed
only when we know the actual service conditions. Continuous development may necessitate changes in technical data without
notice. This datasheet is only valid for Sandvik materials.

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