Tensile strength

The tensile strength of a material describes the maximum tensile stress that a material can withstand before it fails or breaks. It is usually measured in megapascals (MPa) and is a key parameter for assessing mechanical strength. In stainless steel, factors such as alloy composition, heat treatment and deformation processes have a significant influence on tensile strength. For example, austenitic stainless steel such as material 1.4301 (X5CrNi18-10) typically achieves values in the range of 500 to 700 MPa. This property is particularly important for components that are exposed to high mechanical stresses, as it provides information about the safety and failure behaviour of the material. Tensile strength is therefore essential for the design, quality control and reliable use of stainless steel in technical applications.