CarTech EnduraMet 2205 stainless is a duplex stainless steel that has a microstructure consisting of austenite and ferrite phases. This duplex microstructure and the chemical composition of CarTech EnduraMet 2205 stainless results in an excellent combination of strength and corrosion resistance.

CarTech EnduraMet 2205 stainless has twice the annealed yield strength of typical austenitic stainless steels, like Type 304 and 316. In the hot rolled unannealed condition, yield strength of 75 ksi (518 MPa) or higher can be achieved for bar diameters up to 1.375 in. (34.925mm).

CarTech EnduraMet 2205 stainless possesses good resistance to general corrosion in many acid environments and, has excellent resistance to chloride stress corrosion cracking, pitting and crevice corrosion.

Applications:
Rebar has been a primary application for CarTech EnduraMet 2205 stainless. Specific rebar applications have included bridge decks, barrier and retaining walls, anchoring systems, chemical plant infrastructure, coastal piers and wharves, bridge parapets, sidewalks and bridge piling. The higher strength capability, 75 ksi (518 MPa) minimum yield strength, of CarTech EnduraMet 2205 stainless rebar is an added economical advantage.

Other applications for CarTech EnduraMet 2205 stainless have included bridge tie wire and dowels; oil and gas production equipment, such as valves, fittings, shafts, and pump parts; heat exchangers in chemical and pulp and paper plants; and brewery tanks.