Stainless Steel 410 Wire | Heat Treatable Martensitic Wire | FUSHUN METAL
Stainless Steel 410 Wire
Product Description
FUSHUN METAL's Stainless Steel 410 Wire is a premium general-purpose martensitic stainless steel wire offering an exceptional combination of corrosion resistance, high mechanical strength, excellent hardenability, and magnetic properties. With a carefully controlled chemical composition featuring approximately 12% chromium and 0.15% carbon, our 410 wire provides superior performance in applications requiring hardness, strength, and wear resistance combined with moderate corrosion protection. Available in precision diameters down to 0.10mm, this versatile wire can be heat treated to various hardness levels (up to 50 HRC), making it the ideal choice for demanding applications in oil and gas, automotive, cutlery, medical, and industrial equipment sectors. Unlike austenitic grades, FUSHUN METAL's 410 stainless steel wire responds well to heat treatment, allowing customization of mechanical properties while maintaining good corrosion resistance in mild environments. Each spool of our 410 wire undergoes comprehensive quality control to ensure consistent properties, precise dimensions, and superior surface quality for reliable performance in your most demanding applications.
Wire Specifications
FUSHUN METAL offers Stainless Steel 410 Wire in a comprehensive range of specifications to meet diverse application requirements:
Available Wire Diameters
- Ultra-Fine Wire: 0.10 mm to 0.30 mm
- Fine Wire: 0.31 mm to 1.00 mm
- Medium Wire: 1.01 mm to 3.00 mm
- Standard Wire: 3.01 mm to 10.00 mm
Dimensional Tolerances
| Wire Diameter Range |
Standard Tolerance |
Precision Tolerance (Available on Request) |
| 0.10 mm - 0.30 mm |
±0.005 mm |
±0.003 mm |
| 0.31 mm - 1.00 mm |
±0.010 mm |
±0.005 mm |
| 1.01 mm - 3.00 mm |
±0.020 mm |
±0.010 mm |
| 3.01 mm - 10.00 mm |
±0.030 mm |
±0.015 mm |
Surface Finishes
- Bright Drawn: Clean, smooth surface with excellent dimensional accuracy
- Annealed: Soft condition for forming operations
- Tempered: Heat treated to specific hardness levels
- Pickled and Passivated: Enhanced corrosion resistance
- Polished: Improved surface finish for specialized applications
- Custom Finishes: Available upon request for specific applications
Temper Conditions
- Annealed (Soft): Maximum ductility for forming operations
- Process Annealed: Balanced formability and strength
- Quenched: Hardened condition
- Quenched and Tempered: Various hardness levels available (HRC 25-50)
- Spring Temper: High strength for spring applications
- Custom Heat Treatments: Available to meet specific mechanical property requirements
Packaging Options
- Precision Layer Wound Spools: For automated feeding and processing
- Standard Spools: Various sizes available
- Pancake Coils: For specialized applications
- Straight Cut Lengths: Available from 0.5m to 6.0m
- Custom Packaging: Designed to meet specific handling and storage requirements
- Oil-Coated Option: Available for enhanced corrosion protection during storage
Applications
FUSHUN METAL's Stainless Steel 410 Wire is specifically engineered for applications requiring a combination of strength, wear resistance, magnetic properties, and moderate corrosion resistance:
Fasteners and Springs
- High-strength fasteners for corrosive environments
- Springs requiring corrosion resistance
- Locking wire for automotive and industrial applications
- Safety wire for critical assemblies
- Retaining rings requiring strength and corrosion resistance
- Tension springs for outdoor applications
- Heavy-duty industrial fasteners
Cutting Tools and Blades
- Knife blades and cutlery
- Surgical cutting instruments
- Food processing blades
- Industrial cutting edges
- Razor components
- Shear components
- Cutting wire for specialized applications
Oil and Gas Industry
- Valve components
- Downhole tool parts
- Pump shafts and components
- Wireline components
- Flow control equipment
- Wellhead components
- Pipeline fittings and fixtures
Automotive Components
- Brake components
- Fuel system parts
- Sensor housing components
- Valve train components
- Exhaust system fasteners
- Steering system components
- Transmission parts
Medical and Dental Applications
- Surgical instruments
- Dental tools
- Medical device components
- Orthopedic fixtures
- Sterilizable equipment components
- Medical pins and wires
- Orthodontic applications
General Industrial Applications
- Shafts and pins
- Magnetic components requiring corrosion resistance
- Wear-resistant parts
- Bearing components
- Machine components requiring both strength and corrosion resistance
- Screen and filter components
- Pulp and paper industry components
Chemical Composition
FUSHUN METAL's Stainless Steel 410 Wire features the following nominal composition:
| Element |
Content (%) |
| Chromium (Cr) |
11.5-13.5% |
| Carbon (C) |
0.08-0.15% |
| Manganese (Mn) |
≤ 1.0% |
| Silicon (Si) |
≤ 1.0% |
| Phosphorus (P) |
≤ 0.040% |
| Sulfur (S) |
≤ 0.030% |
| Nickel (Ni) |
≤ 0.75% |
| Iron (Fe) |
Balance |
Key Element Functions
- Chromium (11.5-13.5%): Provides corrosion resistance through the formation of a passive chromium oxide layer.
- Carbon (0.08-0.15%): Carefully controlled to provide optimal hardenability and strength while maintaining reasonable ductility and corrosion resistance.
- Manganese and Silicon: Act as deoxidizers during melting and contribute to mechanical properties.
- Limited Nickel Content: Ensures proper martensitic structure formation and maintains magnetic properties.
Physical and Mechanical Properties
Our Stainless Steel 410 Wire offers an impressive combination of physical and mechanical properties that make it ideal for demanding applications:
| Property |
Units |
Value |
| Density |
g/cm³ |
7.7 |
| Melting Range |
°C |
1480-1530 |
| Electrical Resistivity at 20°C |
μΩ·cm |
57 |
| Thermal Conductivity at 20°C |
W/m·K |
24.9 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (20-100°C) |
10⁻⁶/K |
9.9 |
| Specific Heat at 20°C |
J/kg·K |
460 |
| Young's Modulus |
GPa |
215 |
| Magnetic Permeability |
- |
Ferromagnetic |
| Maximum Service Temperature (continuous) |
°C |
650 |
Mechanical Properties by Condition
The mechanical properties of our 410 wire vary significantly by heat treatment condition, providing versatility for various applications:
| Condition |
Tensile Strength (MPa)* |
Yield Strength (MPa)* |
Elongation (%)* |
Hardness* |
| Annealed |
480-620 |
275-345 |
20-30 |
≤ 83 HRB |
| Quenched |
1000-1300 |
800-950 |
8-12 |
43-50 HRC |
| Quenched and Tempered at 205°C |
1550-1800 |
1300-1550 |
5-8 |
48-52 HRC |
| Quenched and Tempered at 370°C |
1350-1500 |
1150-1350 |
10-15 |
40-44 HRC |
| Quenched and Tempered at 540°C |
1030-1200 |
800-950 |
15-20 |
32-36 HRC |
| Quenched and Tempered at 650°C |
750-850 |
550-650 |
20-25 |
25-30 HRC |
* Values are approximate and may vary depending on wire diameter and exact processing conditions
Special Features of FUSHUN METAL's 410 Wire
Our Stainless Steel 410 Wire offers several distinctive advantages that set it apart from conventional wire products:
Excellent Heat Treatment Response
Type 410 stainless steel wire exhibits exceptional response to heat treatment, allowing precise control of mechanical properties:
- Superior Hardenability: Achieves high hardness (up to 50 HRC) throughout in sections up to 12 mm diameter.
- Wide Tempering Range: Allows customization of properties from maximum hardness to optimized combinations of strength and ductility.
- Consistent Response: Predictable and repeatable results with proper heat treatment.
- Minimal Distortion: Careful processing minimizes distortion during heat treatment.
- Through-Hardening Capability: Achieves uniform properties throughout cross-section.
- Controlled Microstructure: Optimized heat treatment cycles produce fine martensitic structure with controlled carbide distribution.
Versatile Mechanical Properties
The wide range of achievable mechanical properties makes 410 one of the most versatile stainless steel grades:
- High Hardness Capability: Can be hardened to levels suitable for cutting applications.
- Spring Properties: Excellent for spring applications requiring corrosion resistance.
- Wear Resistance: Good resistance to abrasive and adhesive wear when properly hardened.
- Fatigue Strength: Superior fatigue properties compared to non-heat-treatable stainless steels.
- Impact Resistance: Good impact toughness when tempered appropriately.
- Property Optimization: Can be heat treated to optimize specific properties for particular applications.
Magnetic Properties
Unlike austenitic stainless steels, 410 wire is ferromagnetic, offering unique advantages for certain applications:
- High Magnetic Permeability: Excellent response to magnetic fields.
- Retention of Magnetism: Can be permanently magnetized if required.
- Magnetic Property Stability: Properties remain stable across a wide temperature range.
- Combined Corrosion Resistance: Offers both magnetic properties and moderate corrosion resistance.
- Magnetic Property Customization: Heat treatment can be used to optimize magnetic characteristics.
Corrosion Resistance Characteristics
410 stainless steel provides moderate corrosion resistance in various environments:
- Atmospheric Corrosion: Good resistance to normal atmospheric conditions.
- Fresh Water Resistance: Good resistance to fresh water corrosion.
- Mild Chemical Resistance: Moderate resistance to mild chemical solutions.
- Optimized Condition: Best corrosion resistance typically achieved in tempered condition.
- Surface Passivation: Enhanced corrosion resistance can be achieved through proper passivation treatment.
Manufacturing Excellence
FUSHUN METAL employs specialized processes to ensure our 410 wire delivers reliable performance in critical applications:
- Precise Composition Control: Carefully controlled carbon and chromium content for optimal properties.
- Advanced Drawing Technology: Specialized drawing techniques to maintain dimensional accuracy and surface quality.
- Optimized Annealing Processes: Carefully controlled annealing cycles to ensure optimal microstructure for subsequent heat treatment.
- Consistent Property Control: Advanced process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency.
- Clean Steel Practices: Specialized melting and refining techniques to minimize non-metallic inclusions that could affect performance.
- Superior Surface Quality: Enhanced surface finishing and inspection to ensure clean, defect-free wire.
Heat Treatment Recommendations
For customers performing their own heat treatment of 410 stainless steel wire, FUSHUN METAL recommends the following parameters:
Annealing
- Heat to 815-900°C (1500-1650°F)
- Hold for appropriate time based on section thickness (typically 1 hour per 25 mm)
- Slow cool in furnace
- Resulting hardness: approximately 83 HRB (≤ 95 HRB)
Hardening
- Preheat to 760-790°C (1400-1450°F)
- Austenitize at 925-1010°C (1700-1850°F)
- Hold for appropriate time (typically 30-60 minutes depending on section size)
- Air cool, oil quench, or water quench depending on section size and required properties
- As-quenched hardness: approximately 43-50 HRC
Tempering
- Temper immediately after hardening
- Tempering temperature selection based on desired final properties:
- 150-260°C (300-500°F): Maximum hardness and wear resistance
- 260-425°C (500-800°F): High strength with improved toughness
- 425-565°C (800-1050°F): Balanced strength and ductility
- 565-675°C (1050-1250°F): Maximum ductility and toughness
- Hold at temperature for minimum 2 hours
- Air cool
- Double tempering recommended for optimal properties
Stress Relieving
- For relieving stresses without significant softening:
- Heat to 230-370°C (450-700°F)
- Hold for 1-2 hours
- Air cool
Quality Assurance and Testing
Every batch of FUSHUN METAL's Stainless Steel 410 Wire undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets our exacting quality standards:
- Chemical Composition Analysis: Spectrographic testing to verify precise element content critical for performance.
- Mechanical Property Testing: Tensile testing to confirm strength, ductility, and hardness characteristics.
- Microstructural Examination: Metallographic analysis to verify proper structure and grain size.
- Surface Quality Inspection: Advanced eddy current and visual inspection systems to detect surface imperfections.
- Dimensional Verification: Precision measurement throughout production to ensure tight diameter tolerances.
- Magnetic Property Testing: Verification of magnetic characteristics when required.
- Heat Treatment Response Validation: Testing to confirm proper response to heat treatment processes.
- Corrosion Testing: Sample testing available for critical applications.
Certifications Provided
- Material Test Certificates according to EN 10204 3.1
- Chemical composition analysis
- Mechanical property test results
- Dimensional inspection report
- Heat treatment certification when applicable
- Special property verifications available upon request
- Certificate of conformity to ordered specifications
International Standards Compliance
Our Stainless Steel 410 Wire complies with the following international standards:
| Standard |
Designation |
| ASTM/AISI |
410 |
| UNS |
S41000 |
| EN/DIN |
1.4006 / X12Cr13 |
| JIS |
SUS 410 |
| BS |
410S21 |
| SAE |
J405 (Grade 51410) |
Handling and Storage Recommendations
To maintain the quality and performance of your Stainless Steel 410 Wire, FUSHUN METAL recommends the following handling and storage practices:
- Store in a clean, dry environment away from chemical contaminants.
- Maintain original protective packaging until ready for use.
- For extended storage, consider light oil coating for additional corrosion protection.
- Handle with clean gloves to prevent surface contamination from oils or salts.
- Avoid exposure to chloride-containing environments which may cause pitting.
- For heat treating operations, ensure clean furnace conditions to prevent carbon contamination.
- After any heat treatment, clean thoroughly to remove any heat treatment residues.
- For spring applications, minimize mechanical damage during handling to prevent performance issues.
- Consider stress relieving after cold forming operations to optimize performance.
Comparative Advantages over Other Stainless Steel Grades
Understanding how 410 stainless steel wire compares to other grades helps in selecting the optimal material for your application:
| Property |
410 (Martensitic) |
304 (Austenitic) |
430 (Ferritic) |
420 (Martensitic) |
| Key Characteristic |
General Purpose Hardenable |
Non-Magnetic, High Corrosion |
Non-Hardenable Magnetic |
High-Carbon Hardenable |
| Hardenability |
Excellent |
Cannot be hardened |
Cannot be hardened |
Superior |
| Maximum Hardness |
~50 HRC |
~90 HRB |
~90 HRB |
~55 HRC |
| Corrosion Resistance |
Moderate |
Excellent |
Good |
Moderate |
| Magnetic Properties |
Magnetic |
Non-magnetic |
Magnetic |
Magnetic |
| Weldability |
Fair (preheat/post-weld heat treatment) |
Excellent |
Good |
Poor |
| Typical Applications |
Fasteners, springs, blades |
Food equipment, chemical processing |
Automotive trim, appliances |
Cutlery, surgical instruments |
Customization Capabilities
FUSHUN METAL offers extensive customization options to meet your specific application requirements:
- Custom Diameters: Special sizes manufactured to exact specifications for your application.
- Modified Chemical Composition: Slight adjustments to standard composition available to optimize specific properties.
- Specialized Heat Treatments: Custom heat treatment cycles to achieve specific mechanical properties.
- Specialized Surface Finishes: Surface treatments to enhance performance characteristics.
- Special Packaging: Customized packaging for protection during shipping and storage.
- Specialized Testing: Application-specific testing protocols available upon request.
- Cut-to-Length Service: Precision cutting to customer-specified lengths.
- Technical Consultation: Expert metallurgical support for your specific application challenges.
Why Choose FUSHUN METAL for 410 Stainless Steel Wire
When you select FUSHUN METAL as your supplier for Stainless Steel 410 Wire, you partner with a leading manufacturer committed to excellence:
- Martensitic Stainless Expertise: Specialized experience in manufacturing heat-treatable stainless steel wire products.
- Advanced Production Facilities: State-of-the-art melting, drawing, and heat treatment equipment specifically optimized for martensitic stainless steels.
- Stringent Quality Control: Comprehensive testing and inspection protocols ensure consistent performance in demanding applications.
- Metallurgical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of heat treatment and microstructural control of martensitic stainless steels.
- Supply Chain Reliability: Robust inventory management and production planning to ensure consistent availability of critical materials.
- Technical Support: Expert assistance in material selection, heat treatment guidance, and application support.
- Global Capabilities: Worldwide shipping network with experience in international documentation and compliance.
- Material Traceability: Complete documentation and batch traceability for quality assurance.
- Continuous Improvement: Ongoing research and development in martensitic stainless steel processing and performance.
- Industry Compliance: Materials and processes that meet or exceed international standards for critical applications.
Request Information
Contact FUSHUN METAL today to discuss your Stainless Steel 410 Wire requirements. Our technical team is ready to assist you with:
- Detailed product specifications
- Technical consultations for your specific application
- Heat treatment recommendations for optimal properties
- Custom wire development for specialized requirements
- Pricing inquiries and delivery schedules
- Sample requests for evaluation
FUSHUN METAL – Your trusted partner for premium martensitic stainless steel wire solutions that deliver consistent quality, superior mechanical properties, and reliable performance in demanding applications requiring both hardness and corrosion resistance.
