Understanding Duplex Stainless Steel Type 2205: A Comprehensive Guide
Duplex stainless steels are a family of alloys characterized by a two-phase microstructure consisting of both ferritic and austenitic phases. The 2205 variant, also known as UNS S32205 or EN 1.4462, comprises approximately 22% chromium, 5-6% nickel, 3% molybdenum, and a balanced amount of other essential elements such as nitrogen, manganese, and iron.