AISI 304 Stainless Steel Plate is a widely used and versatile type of austenitic stainless steel known for its excellent corrosion resistance, formability, and weldability. It belongs to the 300 series stainless steels, which are characterized by their high chromium (Cr) and nickel (Ni) content.
Composition:
The typical chemical composition of 304 Stainless Steel includes:
- Chromium (Cr): 18% - 20%, which provides significant resistance to oxidation and corrosion.
- Nickel (Ni): 8% - 10.5%, contributing to its ductility, toughness, and resistance to various chemicals.
- Carbon (C): Less than 0.08%, to minimize intergranular corrosion.
- Manganese (Mn), Silicon (Si), and Phosphorus (P) in trace amounts.
- Sulfur (S) and Selenium (Se) may also be present as residual elements or added for improved machining properties.
Characteristics:
1. Corrosion Resistance: 304 Stainless Steel offers excellent resistance to atmospheric corrosion, food processing environments, and many organic and inorganic chemicals.
2. Strength: It has good mechanical strength and maintains its properties at both elevated and cryogenic temperatures.
3. Formability and Weldability: This grade can be easily formed and welded using all conventional methods without affecting its corrosion resistance.
4. Heat Resistance: It possesses good heat resistance and can be used up to approximately 870°C (1600°F).
5. Non-Magnetic Properties: Austenitic grades like 304 are generally non-magnetic in the annealed condition but may become slightly magnetic after cold working.
Use:
1. Architectural Applications: Used extensively in building facades, handrails, cladding, and roofing due to its aesthetic appeal and durability.
2. Food Industry: Commonly found in food preparation equipment, storage tanks, and piping systems because it's easy to clean and sanitize.
3. Chemical Processing Industry: Ideal for manufacturing vessels, reactors, and other components that come into contact with harsh chemicals.
4. Kitchenware and Appliances: Utilized in sinks, cookware, refrigerators, dishwashers, and other household appliances.
5. Automotive and Aerospace: Components such as exhaust systems, structural parts, and fasteners due to its strength and corrosion resistance.
6. Medical Devices: Often chosen for surgical instruments and medical equipment requiring sterilization and corrosion resistance.
7. Construction: Used in structural applications where corrosion resistance is critical, such as bridges, railings, and reinforcing bars.
In summary, 304 Stainless Steel Plate is a multipurpose material that offers an optimal balance between cost-effectiveness, durability, and corrosion resistance. Its wide range of applications across industries makes it one of the most popular stainless steel alloys worldwide.
| Product Name | AISI 304 Stainless Steel Plate/Sheet | |
| Commodity | Austenitic, Ferritic, Martensitic, Duplex, Cold rolled, Hot rolled | |
| Grade | 201, 202, 301, 304, 304L, 347, 321, 309S, 310S, 316L,2205, 409,410, 410S, 420, 420j1, 420j2, 430, 439, 443, 444,32760,32750,904L etc | |
| Austenitic stainless steel | 200 Series: 201, 202 | |
| 300 Series: 304, 304L, 309S, 310S, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 317L, 321, 347 | ||
| Ferritic stainless steel | 409L, 430, 436, 439, 441, 444, 446) | |
| Martensitic stainless steel | 410, 410S, 416, 420J1, 420J2, 431,440,17-4PH | |
| Duplex and Special Stainless: | S31803, S32205, S32750, 630, 904L | |
| Standard | ISO, JIS, ASTM, AS, EN, GB,DIN, JIS etc | |
| surface | N0.1, N0.4, 2D, 2B, HL, BA, 6K, 8K, etc | |
| Delivery time | 3-15 days subject to the clients' requirement and quantity | |
| Package | clients' requirement and Standard export sea-worthy packing | |
| MOQ | 1 ton | |
| Sample | Free Sample | |
Available Size Range
| Dimension | Range |
| Thickness | 0.1-200mm |
| Width | 10-2000mm |
| Length | 1000mm-11000mm or 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 |
