Stainless Steel 304
Materials Stainless Steel AISI 304
Description
304 is the most widely used stainless steel, offering excellent corrosion resistance, good formability, and weldability. It is non-magnetic in the annealed condition and used across food processing, architectural, and chemical equipment industries. While not suitable for marine environments, 304 balances cost and performance for general-purpose stainless applications.
Key Features
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Austenitic stainless steel
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Excellent corrosion resistance
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Good weldability and formability
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Non-magnetic in annealed condition
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Suitable for hygienic environments
Applications
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Food processing equipment
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Kitchen and catering equipment
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Architectural cladding
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Chemical containers
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Tubing and piping
Availability
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Round bar
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Square bar
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Flat bar
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Sheet and plate
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Tube and pipe
| Chemical Composition (Weight %) | ||
| Min | Max | |
|---|---|---|
| C | 0.00 | 0.07 |
| Cr | 17.50 | 19.50 |
| Mn | 0.00 | 2.00 |
| Si | 0 | 1.00 |
| P | 0 | 0.05 |
| S | 0 | 0.02 |
| Ni | 8.00 | 10.50 |
| Fe | Bal | Bal |
| Material Properties | |
| Machinability | Good |
| Weldability | Very Good |
| Formability | Good |
| Corrosion Resistance | Very Good |
| Related Material Specifications | |
| Werkstoff No. | 1.4301 |
| US SAE (AISI) | 304 / 304L |
| US (UNS) | UNS S30400 |
| Mechanical Properties | |
| Tensile Strength | 500 – 700 N/mm² |
| Yield Strength | 215 – 275 N/mm² |
| Shear Strength | 210 N/mm² |
| Elongation | 16 % |
| Hardness | 201 Brinell |
| Thermal Conductivity | 16.2 W/m.K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 17.2 x 106 /K |
| Elastic Modulus | 205000 Mpa |
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