2205 Duplex Steel I – Beam

160×88×6mm, offshore platform, high strength

2205 Duplex Steel I-Beam (standard GB/T 706-2016, 022Cr23Ni5Mo3N) consists of 50% austenite + 50% ferrite, with a yield strength ≥450 MPa (twice that of 304 stainless steel) and a PREN value ≥40.

  • High Strength & Lightweight

    Wall thickness can be reduced by 30% under the same load, decreasing structural weight by 40%.

  • Chloride Stress Corrosion Resistance

    No risk of stress corrosion cracking in Cl⁻ containing solutions; suitable for seawater and chemical media.

  • Fatigue Resistance

    Fatigue strength at 10⁷ cycles ≥300 MPa; ideal for supporting vibrating equipment.

Product Specifications

Chemical Composition Table (GB/T 21832-2008)
Element C ≤ Si ≤ Mn ≤ P ≤ S ≤ Cr Ni Mo N
Content % 0.03 1 2 0.035 0.03 22.0–23.0 4.5–6.5 3.0–3.5 0.08–0.20
Physical & Chemical Properties
  • Physical Properties: Density 7.8 g/cm³, melting point 1300–1390 °C, thermal conductivity 25 W/(m·K) (20 °C).

  • Mechanical Properties (Annealed): Tensile strength ≥620 MPa, yield strength ≥450 MPa, elongation ≥25%, hardness ≤290 HB.

  • Chemical Properties: No pitting in 3.5% NaCl solution; 50% higher resistance to crevice corrosion than 316L.

Specifications & Supply Dimensions

Reference cross-section sizes (GB/T 706-2016):

Model (h×b×d) Height h (mm) Flange Width b (mm) Web Thickness d (mm) Theoretical Weight (kg/m)
I16# 160 88 6 20.513
I25a# 250 116 8 38.105
I40a# 400 142 10.5 67.598
  • Length: Custom 6–12 m, standard tolerance ±5 mm, minimum order 200 kg.

  • Surface: Hot-rolled pickled, passivated (enhanced corrosion resistance).

Pricing Calculation

Workshop & Manufacturing Machine

Stainless Steel Profiles on Storage Racks

Spectrometer for Alloy Composition Analysis

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Packaged Stainless Steel Profiles for Shipment

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Product Applications

  • Chemical High-Pressure Pipelines

    Support beam for a petroleum cracking unit (I40a# I-beam, bearing 10 MPa pressure and H₂S corrosion).

  • Offshore Platforms

    Deck support of a drilling platform (I25a# I-beam, resistant to seawater and wave impact, 15 years corrosion-free).

FAQ

What are the advantages of 2205 duplex steel I beams?

Duplex 2205 offers high strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and good fatigue performance.

What applications typically use duplex steel I beams?

Offshore platforms, bridges, marine structures, and chemical plant frameworks.

How does duplex 2205 compare to austenitic stainless steel beams?

Duplex 2205 has nearly double the yield strength and better resistance to stress corrosion cracking.

Is welding duplex steel I beams difficult?

Welding is feasible with proper procedures to maintain balanced microstructure.

Do you provide certification for duplex I beams?

Yes. Mill test certificates and third-party inspection are available.

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