A2 Stainless Steel (A2-70 (304)) is the most common stainless grade for indoor and general outdoor fasteners. When extension spring are specified in this grade, the dimensions remain per ISO / DIN; the material determines corrosion behavior (good general corrosion resistance) and the service temperature range (approx. -200 °C to +400 °C). Both are covered below with the size table.
Why Choose A2 Stainless Steel for Extension Spring — ISO / DIN (Series 143)
The most common stainless grade for indoor and general outdoor fasteners. For extension spring — iso / din (series 143), this matters when good general corrosion resistance is the primary requirement.
Mechanical & Physical Properties
| Grade designation | A2-70 (304) |
|---|---|
| Magnetic response | Largely non-magnetic |
| Service temperature | approx. -200 °C to +400 °C |
| Corrosion characteristic | Good general corrosion resistance |
Galvanic & Galling Considerations
Two important notes for stainless extension spring — iso / din (series 143): (1) stainless can gall on stainless threads under load — use a thread lubricant or anti-galling compound, especially for M6 and below; (2) when joined to aluminum or galvanized steel, stainless can drive galvanic corrosion of the less-noble metal in wet service — isolate with a coating or sleeve where appropriate.
Comparable Grades
For Extension Spring — ISO / DIN (Series 143), the alternative stainless grade is A4 (316). A2 (304) suits general indoor and outdoor service; A4 (316) adds molybdenum for marine and chloride environments. Where higher strength matters more than corrosion, switch to plated alloy-steel class 8.8 or 10.9.
Sizes of Extension Spring — ISO / DIN (Series 143) Available in A2 Stainless Steel
| Wire dia d (mm) | Outer diameter De (mm) | Free length Lo (mm) | Initial tension F0 (N) | Rate k (N/mm) | Material | Reference standard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.8 | 6 | 30 | 2 | 2.5 | Music wire | DIN 2097 / GB/T 23935 |
| 1.0 | 8 | 40 | 4 | 4.0 | Music wire | DIN 2097 / GB/T 23935 |
| 1.2 | 10 | 50 | 6 | 6.5 | Music wire | DIN 2097 / GB/T 23935 |
| 1.6 | 14 | 70 | 10 | 12.0 | Music wire | DIN 2097 / GB/T 23935 |
| 2.0 | 18 | 90 | 18 | 20.0 | Music wire | DIN 2097 / GB/T 23935 |
| 2.5 | 22 | 120 | 28 | 32.0 | Music wire | DIN 2097 / GB/T 23935 |
| 3.0 | 28 | 150 | 45 | 55.0 | Music wire | DIN 2097 / GB/T 23935 |
| 4.0 | 40 | 200 | 90 | 110.0 | Music wire | DIN 2097 / GB/T 23935 |