AISI 304L Stainless Steel Pipe is a low-carbon variant of the widely used 304 austenitic stainless steel, renowned for its excellent corrosion resistance and formability. The "L" in 304L stands for "low carbon," which reduces the risk of sensitization and enhances weldability without compromising its corrosion-resistant properties.
Composition:
The typical chemical composition of 304L Stainless Steel includes:
- Chromium (Cr): Approximately 18% to 20%, which provides basic corrosion resistance.
- Nickel (Ni): Around 8% to 10%, contributing to its austenitic structure and enhanced corrosion resistance.
- Carbon (C): A very low amount, typically less than 0.03%, to minimize intergranular corrosion after welding.
- Manganese (Mn), Silicon (Si), Phosphorus (P), and Sulfur (S) are present in trace amounts.
Characteristics:
1. Corrosion Resistance: Offers excellent resistance to a wide range of corrosive environments including atmospheric, potable water, and many organic chemicals. It also resists chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking at lower temperatures.
2. Weldability: Due to its low carbon content, it exhibits improved resistance to carbide precipitation during welding and heat treatment, reducing the risk of intergranular corrosion around the welds.
3. Formability: Possesses high ductility and can be readily formed into pipes using various techniques, making it suitable for complex pipe designs.
4. Non-Magnetic Properties: Austenitic grades like 304L are non-magnetic in their annealed condition but may exhibit some magnetic properties after severe cold working.
5. Strength: While not as strong as higher alloyed steels, it maintains good mechanical strength and toughness across a broad temperature range.
Use:
1. Chemical Processing Industry: Components in piping systems, vessels, and tanks handling a variety of chemicals and gases that require moderate to high corrosion resistance.
2. Food and Beverage Industry: For manufacturing equipment, storage tanks, and process pipelines where hygiene and corrosion resistance are critical.
3. Water Treatment Plants: Pipes, fittings, and valves that come into contact with drinking water or wastewater.
4. Architecture and Construction: Decorative and structural elements exposed to outdoor weathering and interior environments.
5. Pharmaceutical Industry: In equipment requiring sanitary conditions and compatibility with most pharmaceutical compounds.
6. Energy Sector: Pipelines for conveying gas and oil products under moderate service conditions, as well as components in power generation plants.
In summary, AISI 304L Stainless Steel Pipe is a versatile material that combines excellent corrosion resistance, weldability, and formability, making it a popular choice for applications that demand durability and reliability in a variety of industries. Its low carbon content ensures superior performance in welded structures, ensuring long-term integrity even under challenging conditions.
| Product Name | 304L Stainless Steel Pipe/Tube |
| Type | Seamless and welding pipe/tube |
| Shape | Round pipe, Square pipe, Rectangular pipe |
| Material | 200/300/400/900 series,duplex |
| 201, 202, 203, 204, 301, 304, 304L, 314, 316, 316L, 310S 309S, 409, 410, 420, 430, 631, 904L,etc | |
| Standard | JIS/SUS/GB/DIN/ASTM/AISI/En |
| Surface | Pickling/Polished/Satin/Hairline/Mirror Finish |
| Package | clients' requirement and Standard export sea-worthy packing |
| MOQ | 1 ton |
Available Size Range
| Dimension | Range |
| Outside Diameter |
6mm-630mm(seamless pipe) 9.5mm-1200mm(welding pipe) or as customer's requirement |
| Wall Thickness |
2.5mm-30mm(seamless pipe) 20.5mm-20mm(welding pipe) or as customer's requirement |
| Length | 6M & as customer's requirement |
Chemical Properties of Frequently-used :
| UNS | ASTM | EN | JIS | C% | Mn% | P% | S% | Si% | Cr% | Ni% | Mo% |
| S20100 | 201 | 1.4372 | SUS201 | ≤0.15 | 5.5-7.5 | ≤0.06 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | 3.5-5.5 | - |
| S20200 | 202 | 1.4373 | SUS202 | ≤0.15 | 7.5-10.0 | ≤0.06 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 17.0-19.0 | 4.0-6.0 | - |
| S30100 | 301 | 1.4319 | SUS301 | ≤0.15 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | 6.0-8.0 | - |
| S30400 | 304 | 1.4301 | SUS304 | ≤0.08 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 18.0-20.0 | 8.0-10.5 | - |
| S30403 | 304L | 1.4306 | SUS304L | ≤0.03 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 18.0-20.0 | 8.0-12.0 | - |
| S30908 | 309S | 1.4833 | SUS309S | ≤0.08 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 22.0-24.0 | 12.0-15.0 | - |
| S31008 | 310S | 1.4845 | SUS310S | ≤0.08 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.50 | 24.0-26.0 | 19.0-22.0 | - |
| S31600 | 316 | 1.4401 | SUS316 | ≤0.08 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0-14.0 | 2.0-3.0 |
| S31603 | 316L | 1.4404 | SUS316L | ≤0.03 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0-14.0 | 2.0-3.0 |
| S31703 | 317L | 1.4438 | SUS317L | ≤0.03 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 18.0-20.0 | 11.0-15.0 | 3.0-4.0 |
| S32100 | 321 | 1.4541 | SUS321 | ≤0.08 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 17.0-19.0 | 9.0-12.0 | - |
| S34700 | 347 | 1.455 | SUS347 | ≤0.08 | ≤2.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 17.0-19.0 | 9.0-13.0 | - |
| S40500 | 405 | 1.4002 | SUS405 | ≤0.08 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.04 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 11.5-14.5 | ≤0.60 | - |
| S40900 | 409 | 1.4512 | SUS409 | ≤0.08 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 10.5-11.75 | ≤0.50 | - |
| S43000 | 430 | 1.4016 | SUS430 | ≤0.12 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.040 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.75 | 16.0-18.0 | ≤0.60 | - |
| S43400 | 434 | 1.4113 | SUS434 | ≤0.12 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.040 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | - | - |
| S44400 | 444 | 1.4521 | SUS444L | ≤0.025 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.045 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 17.5-19.5 | ≤1.00 | - |
| S40300 | 403 | - | SUS403 | ≤0.15 | 5.5-7.5 | ≤0.04 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.50 | 11.5-13.0 | ≤0.60 | - |
| S410000 | 410 | 1.40006 | SUS410 | ≤0.15 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 11.5-13.5 | ≤0.60 | ≤1.00 |
| S42000 | 420 | 1.4021 | SUS420J1 | 0.16~0.25 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.04 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 12.0-14.0 | ≤0.75 | ≤1.00 |
| S440A | 440A | 1.4028 | SUS440A | 0.60~0.75 | ≤1.00 | ≤0.04 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | - | ≤0.75 |
| S32750 | SAD2507 | 1.441 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.2 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.02 | ≤0.80 | 24.0-26.0 | 6.0-8.0 | 3.0-5.0 | |
| S31803 | SAF2205 | 1.4462 | ≤0.03 | ≤2.0 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.02 | ≤1.00 | 21.0-23.0 | 4.0-6.5 | 2.5-3.5 | |
| N08904 | 904L | 1.4539 | ≤0.0.3 | ≤2.0 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.03 | ≤1.00 | 18.0-20.0 | 23.0-25.0 | 3.0-4.0 |
Stainless Steel Material Properties:
| Type No. | Tensile Strength, ksi | Yield Strength, ksi | Elongation in 2 inches, % | Reduction of Area, % | Brinell Hardness |
| 301 | 110 | 40 | 60 | 70 | 165 |
| 302 | 90 | 40 | 55 | 70 | 150 |
| 303 | 90 | 35 | 50 | 55 | 160 |
| 304 | 85 | 35 | 55 | 70 | 150 |
| 304L | 80 | 30 | 55 | 70 | 140 |
| 316 | 85 | 35 | 60 | 70 | 150 |
| 316L | 78 | 30 | 55 | 65 | 145 |
| 321 | 85 | 35 | 55 | 65 | 150 |
| 410 | 75 | 40 | 35 | 70 | 155 |
| 416 | 75 | 40 | 30 | 65 | 155 |
| 420 | 95 | 50 | 25 | - | 241 |
| 430F | 80 | 45 | 25 | 50 | 165 |
| 15-5 | 160 | 145 | 15 | - | 330 |
| 17-4 (Condition A) | 150 | 110 | 10 | 45 | 332 |
