The following specifications cover Stainless Steel 310 

• AISI 310
• AMS 5577 (Round Tube- Welded)
• AMS 5651
• ASTM A167
• ASTM A182 (Forging - Open Die)
• ASTM A213
• ASTM A249
• ASTM A276
• ASTM A314
• ASTM A358 (Pipe- Welded)
• ASTM A403
• ASTM A409 (Pipe- Welded)
• ASTM A473 (Forging - Open Die)
• ASTM A479
• ASTM A580
• ASTM A632
• DIN 1.4841
• QQ S763
• QQ S766
• UNS S31000

The strength of this alloy is a combination of good strength and corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 2100 F (1149 C). Due to its relatively high chromium and nickel content it is superior in most environments to 304 or 309 stainless.

Oven linings, boiler baffles, kilns, lead pots, radiant tubes, annealing covers, saggers, burners, combustion tubes, refractory anchor bolts, fire box sheets, furnace components and other high temperature containers.

This alloy machines similarly to type 304 stainless. Its chips are stringy and it will work harden rapidly. It is necessary to keep the tool cutting at all times and use chip breakers.

Most of the austenitic stainless steels can be readily welded using fusion or resistance methods. Oxyacetylene welding is not recommended. Filler metal should be AWS E/ER 310.

• Most common hot work methods can be successfully performed after uniform heating to 2150 F (1177 C). Do not forge below 1800 F (982 C). Rapid cooling is required to maximize corrosion resistance.

• Although this alloy has a high work hardening rate, it can be drawn, headed, upset, and stamped. Full annealing is required after cold work to remove internal stress.

• 1900-2050 F (1038-1121 C) water quench.

• This alloy does not respond to heat treatment. Cold work will cause an increase in both hardness and strength.