201 General Decorative Stainless Steel Coil & Sheet – 200 Series Economy Grade
Product Overview
201 stainless steel is the most widely used economical austenitic grade from the 200 series stainless steel family. Formulated with chromium, manganese and nitrogen to reduce nickel content, it delivers good corrosion resistance, excellent surface finish and reliable formability at a significantly lower cost than 304. This standard 2B finish grade is optimized for decorative hardware, interior decoration and light industrial fabrication, providing the most cost-effective solution for applications where premium corrosion resistance is not required.
Why Choose CNB 200 Series Stainless Steel?
We source 200 series stainless steel from leading Chinese specialty mills with strict control over alloy composition and surface quality. Every coil undergoes full dimensional inspection and surface defect verification to ensure consistent quality for decorative and fabrication applications. We offer a full range of surface finishes and processing options, with large production capacity to support high-volume decorative and hardware manufacturing.
Key Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 201 Cold Rolled Stainless Steel Coil & Sheet |
| Steel Grade | 201 (200 series) austenitic stainless steel |
| Product Form | Coil / cut-to-length sheet |
| Thickness Range | 0.3mm – 3.0mm |
| Standard Widths | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1500mm |
| Surface Finishes | 2B, BA, 8K mirror, brushed |
| Coil Inner Diameter | 508mm / 610mm |
| Applicable Standards | ASTM A240, GB/T 3280 |
| Typical Tensile Strength | 520–650MPa |
| Elongation | ≥40% |
Core Advantages
- Cost-effective alternative: 30–40% lower cost than 304 with comparable appearance and moderate corrosion resistance.
- Excellent surface finish: Takes polish and brushing well for premium decorative appearance.
- Good formability: Suitable for bending, roll forming and shallow stamping operations.
- Decorative grade quality: Uniform surface for consistent appearance in visible applications.
- High volume capability: Large production capacity for cost-competitive bulk supply.
Applications
This 201 stainless steel is widely used for interior decorative trim, hardware stamping, kitchen utensils, display racks, handrails, light structural parts and general metal fabrication.
Get a Quotation
We supply 200 series stainless steel in coil, sheet, tube and profile forms with various finishes and processing options. Material samples and price adjustment with market trends are available upon request. Contact our stainless steel team for a competitive quotation.
