1.1 This specification 2 covers austenitic steel castings for valves, flanges, fittings, and other pressure-containing parts ( Note 1 ). Note 1: Carbon steel castings for pressure-containing parts are covered by Specification A216/A216M, low-alloy steel castings by Specification A217/A217M, and duplex stainless steel castings by Specification
In summary, ASTM A351 CF8M stainless steel castings shows better corrosition resistance, while CF8 stainless steel castings have lower cost. The selection of these two alloys mainly depend on the working environment. If you are unfamilar with them, CFS can recommend a good alloy for your cast stainless steel product according to our …
Mechanical Properties. CF8M and CF8 stainless steels also have different mechanical properties. CF8M has a higher yield strength and tensile strength than CF8, meaning it is better suited for applications that require high strength. However, CF8 has better ductility than CF8M, which is more resistant to cracking during welding.