STAINLESS STEEL FITTINGS: FROM RAW MATERIAL TO PRECISION FITTINGS

As a professional precision pipe fitting supplier, Xinghe provides certified stainless steel raw materials—ranging from cost-effective SS201, free-machining SS303, to high-corrosion-resistant SS304, SS304L, SS316, and SS316L—machined via tight-tolerance multi-axis CNC turning. To maximize component lifespan and corrosion performance, we offer industry-standard surface treatments, including chemical passivation (ASTM A967), electropolishing, and ultrasonic cleaning, ensuring leak-free sealing and pristine surface integrity for industrial fluid systems

Stainless Steel: The Corrosion-Resistant Specialist High-precision SS304/316 components. The ideal cost-effective alternative to brass, offering superior durability in harsh environments.

Carbon Steel: High-Strength & Cost-Efficient Optimized for heavy-duty industrial applications. We utilize Cold Heading and CNC turning to provide maximum strength at competitive prices.

Aluminum Alloys: Lightweight & Precision Finishing Perfect for complex geometries. AL6061/7075 grades with premium surface treatments for aerospace and automation industries.

Brass & Custom Alloys: Traditional Reliability Reliable performance for electrical and fluid applications where high conductivity and specific machinability are required.

stainless steel grades chart

CategoryUSA (AISI/SAE)China (GB)Europe (DIN/EN)Japan (JIS)
Austenitic (Economy)2011Cr17Mn6Ni5N—SUS201
Austenitic (Machining)303Y1Cr18Ni9X12CrNiS188SUS303
Austenitic (General)3040Cr19Ni9X5CrNi189SUS304
Austenitic (Standard)3160Cr17Ni12Mo2X5CrNiMo17-12-2SUS316
Austenitic (Marine)316L00Cr17Ni14Mo2X2CrNiMo17-12-2SUS316L
Ferritic (Stainless Iron)4301Cr17X6Cr17SUS430
Martensitic4101Cr13X10Cr13SUS410
PH Grade6310Cr17Ni7AlX7CrNiAl177SUS631

Custom Blanking Services & Raw Material Options

 To ensure the highest quality and cost advantages for custom components, we control quality from the source and provide a variety of forming solutions:

  • Diverse Blanking Processes: We flexibly adopt the following processes based on part complexity and strength requirements:

    • Solid Bar Stock: Optimized for high-precision CNC turning.

    • Precision Forging & Hot Punching (Red Punching): Provides superior grain structure, ideal for high-pressure, heavy-duty pipe fittings.

    • Cold Heading: Offers a high-efficiency, low-waste forming solution specifically for fasteners and small components.

    • Casting & Sand Casting: Suitable for custom irregular pipe fittings with complex geometries.

  • Material Verification: Every batch of raw material undergoes chemical composition analysis to ensure 100% compliance with international standards such as ASTM, DIN, or JIS.

Surface Treatment of ss pipe fittings

ProcessApplicable MaterialsPurpose & EffectPro-Tech Tips (Expert Insight)
Ultrasonic CleaningAll GradesRemoves residual cutting oils, metal chips from threads, and contaminants from blind holes.Mandatory for high-precision fittings to ensure surface purity before plating or passivation.
Passivation303, 304, 316LRemoves free iron from the surface and forms a protective chrome-oxide layer to prevent rust.Recommended for 303: A safer alternative to pickling; enhances corrosion resistance without damaging the finish.
Electropolishing (EP)304, 316LAchieves a high-gloss finish (Ra 0.1-0.2), improving hygiene and corrosion resistance.Risk Warning: Not recommended for 303; sulfur content causes “orange peel” or cloudy patterns.
Nickel / Gold Plating303, 304, 316LNickel provides oxidation resistance; Gold offers superior conductivity and luxury aesthetics.Adhesion Control: Requires a specific “Nickel Strike” activation layer to prevent plating peel-off on SS substrates.
Pickling304, 316LRemoves heavy scale and heat-tint from welding or high-temperature processing.Limitation: Can cause over-etching and black spots on Grade 303 due to sulfur inclusions.
Physical PolishingAll GradesProvides a uniform mirror or brushed finish, masking minor machining marks.Automation: We use automated equipment to ensure consistent texture across large batches of fittings.