DAIKOFCW 430

This is a ferritic stainless steel exhibiting good ductility in the heat-treated condition. Applications include welding similar parent metal, weld overlay, and thermal spraying, with a primary use in surfacing sealing faces of gas, water, and steam valves to achieve stainless and wear-resistant overlays. Welding with this filler metal typically necessitates preheating, normally 150°C, and postweld heat treatment for optimal mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. The balanced composition ensures sufficient chromium for corrosion resistance in usual applications while retaining ample ductility in the heat-treated state. Additionally, there are stabilized versions with Niobium and/or Titanium designed for the automotive industry, particularly in exhaust system production, requiring similar preheating and postweld heat treatment.