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At cryogenic temperatures (e.g., $-320^{\circ}F$), 302/304 stainless steel can undergo a partial martensitic transformation, which may increase magnetism and brittleness. A286 (AMS 5525) is an iron-base superalloy that remains fully austenitic and ductile at cryogenic temperatures. A286 provides higher yield strength than 300-series stainless through precipitation hardening, making it suitable for high-load cryogenic valves. While 302 is more cost-effective and common for general industrial use, A286 is the technical standard for LH2 (Liquid Hydrogen) or LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) systems where toughness and non-magnetic properties are paramount.
