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A2-70 / 304 Stainless Fastener Specs for US Buyers

A practical US-buyer guide to A2-70 property class and 304 stainless socket head screws.

Definition

A2-70 is an ISO 3506-1 property class for austenitic stainless fasteners. In commercial catalogs it typically maps to 304 / SUS304 stainless steel with a minimum tensile strength of 700 MPa for the fastener.

Spec facts US buyers ask for

  • Material grade: SUS304 / 304 stainless
  • Property class: A2-70 (ISO 3506-1)
  • Common standards: DIN 912 / ISO 4762 / GB70.1
  • Typical docs: Mill Test Certificate (MTC), RoHS, REACH
  • Origin: China manufacturing, US-facing fulfillment workflow

When A2-70 is the right call

  • Indoor equipment and frames
  • Electronics / instrumentation housings
  • General industrial fixtures needing corrosion resistance without 316 cost

FAQ

Q: Is A2-70 the same as 18-8?
A: Closely related commercially; always confirm chemistry and property class on the MTC.

Q: Do you provide salt-spray data?
A: When available for a lot, hours are listed on the product record.

Q: Can I order samples before a production MOQ?
A: Use sample fields on the SKU or contact sales for a trial pack.