Metal prices have increased strongly for months, and as far as we can see, this will continue into 2022. For companies utilizing 304L and 316L in their applications, the cost increases have deteriorated the old cost calculations. Duplex grades, however, with their low content of costly nickel, can in many instances be a superb alternative and give more stable prices. If used wisely, Duplex also can reduce weight in constructions due to its higher mechanical strength.
Superior Advantages of Lean Duplex
- Steady price level based on low nickel content
- High strength, double of 304L/ 316L
- Good corrosion resistance
- Good fatigue strength
- Low life cycle cost due to no need for regular painting
- 100 % recyclable
Lean Duplex is a preferred material choice for applications such as storage tanks, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, bridges, railings, feeding systems, water treatment systems, pipe support, firewalls, and blast walls on offshore platforms. In Sverdrup Steel, we provide one of the world’s most extensive stocks of coils, plates and profiles ready for delivery to your next project.
Read more about Lean Duplex grades:
- Lean Duplex UNS S32101 LDX 2101 / 1.4162
- Lean Duplex UNS S32304 EDX 2304 / 1.4362
- Lean Duplex UNS S32001 SS LD24 / 1.4482
Don’t hesitate to get in touch with our sales staff, technical department or metallurgists to learn more, or get a quotation.