Introduction
304 stainless steel is the most widely used austenitic stainless steel, known for its excellent corrosion resistance, durability, excellent formability, and outstanding weldability. It is suitable for a broad range of industrial, commercial, architectural, food processing, and engineering applications where reliable performance and long service life are required.
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Overview
304 stainless steel contains approximately 18% chromium and 8% nickel, providing excellent resistance to atmospheric corrosion, oxidation, and many chemical environments. It offers good mechanical strength, excellent fabrication characteristics, and outstanding weldability, making it one of the most versatile stainless steel grades available.
Its balance of performance, availability, and cost-effectiveness makes 304 stainless steel a preferred material across numerous industries for both structural and process applications.
Key Features
| Excellent Corrosion Resistance | Excellent Weldability | Good Formability | High Strength |
| Excellent Fabrication Properties | Low Maintenance | Long Service Life | Excellent Value |
Available Products
| Stainless Steel Pipes | Stainless Steel Tubes | Stainless Steel Sheets | Stainless Steel Plates | Stainless Steel Coils |
| Stainless Steel Flanges | Stainless Steel Pipe Fittings | Stainless Steel Forged Fittings | Stainless Steel Bars & Rods | Stainless Steel Fasteners |
Applications & Industries Served
304 stainless steel is widely used in industrial, commercial, and engineering applications requiring excellent corrosion resistance, good mechanical strength, and reliable fabrication performance.
Applications
- Process Equipment
- Storage Tanks
- Heat Exchangers
- Food Processing Equipment
- Architectural Components
- Industrial Fabrication
Industries Served
- Food & Beverage
- Pharmaceutical
- Chemical Processing
- Construction
- Water Treatment
- General Engineering
Material Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Material Type | Austenitic Stainless Steel |
| Chromium | 18.0–20.0% |
| Nickel | 8.0–10.5% |
| Density | 8.0 g/cm³ |
| Melting Range | 1400–1450°C |
| Magnetic Property | Non-Magnetic (Annealed Condition) |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent |
| Weldability | Excellent |
Equivalent Grades
| Standard | Equivalent Grade |
|---|---|
| ASTM | 304 |
| UNS | S30400 |
| EN | 1.4301 |
| DIN | X5CrNi18-10 |
| JIS | SUS304 |
Applicable Product Standards
| Specification | Standard |
|---|---|
| Plate, Sheet & Coil | ASTM A240 |
| Pipes | ASTM A312 |
| Tubes | ASTM A213 / ASTM A269 |
| Bars | ASTM A276 |
| Pipe Fittings | ASTM A403 |
| Flanges | ASTM A182 |
| Fasteners | ASTM A193 / ASTM A194 |
Why Choose 304 Stainless Steel?
304 stainless steel is the industry’s most widely used stainless steel grade because of its excellent combination of corrosion resistance, strength, weldability, and cost-effectiveness. It performs reliably across a wide range of industrial, commercial, and architectural applications while offering outstanding fabrication and forming characteristics.
Available in multiple product forms, dimensions, and international standards, 304 stainless steel provides long service life, reliable performance and long-term value for manufacturers, fabricators, contractors and industrial end users worldwide.
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