436L Molybdenum Ferritic Stainless Steel Coil – High Corrosion Appliance Grade
Product Overview
436L is a premium high-corrosion ferritic grade from the 400 series stainless steel family. Alloyed with molybdenum for enhanced pitting resistance and niobium-stabilized for improved weldability and formability, it delivers significantly better corrosion and forming performance than standard 430. This high-end ferritic grade is the cost-effective upgrade choice for kitchen appliances, decorative panels and moderate corrosion environments where 304 premium pricing is not justified.
Why Choose CNB 436L Stainless Steel?
Our 436L stainless steel is sourced from leading ferritic stainless mills with strict control over molybdenum content, stabilization and forming performance. Every coil undergoes corrosion verification and forming validation to ensure reliable performance in appliance and architectural applications. We offer both standard and deep-drawing optimized tempers, with various surface finishes to match different end-use requirements.
Key Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | 436L Molybdenum Ferritic Stainless Steel Coil |
| Steel Grade | 436L Nb-stabilized ferritic stainless steel |
| Product Form | Coil / cut-to-length sheet |
| Thickness Range | 0.4mm – 2.5mm |
| Standard Widths | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1250mm |
| Surface Finishes | 2B, BA ultra-smooth |
| Key Alloy Additions | 1.0–1.5% Mo, Nb stabilized |
| Applicable Standards | ASTM A240, appliance material standards |
| Formability | Excellent deep drawing capability |
| Corrosion Performance | Superior to 430, approaching 304 in many environments |
Core Advantages
- Enhanced corrosion resistance: Molybdenum alloying for better pitting and detergent resistance.
- Excellent formability: Niobium stabilization enables deep drawing of complex shapes.
- Cost efficient upgrade: Better performance than 430 at lower cost than 304.
- Appliance proven: Standard material for premium dishwasher and kitchen appliances.
- Smooth surface quality: Ideal base for polishing and decorative finishing.
Applications
This 436L stainless steel is widely used for high-end kitchen sinks, dishwasher interiors, washing machine drums, outdoor decorative panels, architectural trim and premium appliance components.
Get a Quotation
We supply high-performance ferritic stainless steel in 436L, 444 and other molybdenum-alloyed grades for appliance and architectural use. Corrosion test reports and forming samples are available upon request. Contact our appliance stainless team for a detailed quotation.
