Stainless Steel Sheet (Grade 304/304L)

304/304L is a versatile austenitic stainless steel with superior corrosion resistance, formability, and weldability. The low-carbon 304L variant is preferred for welded applications. Used in industries ranging from construction to pharmaceuticals.

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Stainless Steel Sheet (Grade 304/304L)
Grade 304/304L is an austenitic stainless steel widely recognized for its excellent corrosion resistance, formability, and weldability. The “L” in 304L denotes a low carbon content (≤0.03%), which minimizes carbide precipitation during welding, making it ideal for welded components. Both grades are non-magnetic in the annealed state and exhibit high toughness across a wide temperature range. Common applications include food processing equipment, architectural panels, chemical containers, medical devices, and automotive trim.
Parameters

Product Name

Stainless Steel Sheet (Grade 304/304L)

Product Types

Stainless Steel / Stainless Steel Sheet

Thickness

0.5–6.0 mm

Width

1,000 mm, 1,219 mm, 1,500 mm (customizable)

Length

2,000 mm, 2,438 mm, 3,000 mm (customizable)

Surface Finishes

  • No. 1: Hot-rolled, annealed, and descaled (rough finish).

  • 2B: Cold-rolled, annealed, pickled, and skin-passed (smooth, semi-reflective).

  • BA (Bright Annealed): Cold-rolled and bright-annealed (mirror-like).

  • No. 4: Brushed finish (uniform satin appearance).

  • Hairline: Fine directional polishing (decorative).

Standards & Certifications

  • ASTM: A240 (flat rolled), A480 (general requirements).

  • EN: 1.4301 (304), 1.4307 (304L).

  • Certifications: ISO 9001, PED 2014/68/EU, NACE MR0175 (sour environments).

Fabrication Notes

  • Welding: Use TIG/MIG with 308L filler. Post-weld annealing recommended for heavy sections.

  • Machining: Slow speeds with high-speed tools; use coolants.

  • Forming: Cold workable; avoid localized work hardening.

Quality Control

  • Testing: PMI (XRF/OES), tensile tests, hardness checks (Rockwell/Vickers), surface/dimensional inspections.

  • Corrosion Testing: ASTM A262 (intergranular).

Material Composition (Weight %)

Element

304 (UNS S30400)

304L (UNS S30403)

Carbon (C)

≤0.08%

≤0.03%

Chromium (Cr)

18.0–20.0%

18.0–20.0%

Nickel (Ni)

8.0–12.0%

8.0–12.0%

Manganese (Mn)

≤2.0%

≤2.0%

Silicon (Si)

≤1.0%

≤1.0%

Phosphorus (P)

≤0.045%

≤0.045%

Sulfur (S)

≤0.03%

≤0.03%

Nitrogen (N)

≤0.10%

≤0.10%

Mechanical Properties

Property

304

304L

Tensile Strength (MPa)

515–720

485–680

Yield Strength (MPa)

≥205

≥170

Elongation (% in 50mm)

≥40%

≥40%

Hardness (Rockwell B)

≤92

≤92

Physical Properties

Density

Melting Point

Thermal Expansion

Thermal Conductivity

Electrical Resistivity

8,000 kg/m³ (8 g/cm³)

1,400–1,450°C

17.2 µm/m°C (0–100°C)

16.2 W/m·K (at 20°C)

720 nΩ·m

Packing and delivery

These Product are packed using seaworthy export packaging to ensure protection during transit. Each coil is wrapped with waterproof paper, plastic film, and steel sheet, secured with high-tensile steel straps, and placed on wooden pallets for stability. Edge protectors are used to prevent damage. These Product are safely loaded for efficient domestic and international delivery, ensuring they arrive in perfect condition.

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FAQs

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Generally, our delivery time is within 7-45 days, if there is a great demand or special circumstances, it may be delayed.

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Each piece of products is manufactured by certified workshops, inspected by Linxu piece by piece according to national QA/QC standard. We also could issue the warranty to customer to guarantee the quality.

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Yes absolutely we accept.

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The sample could can provide for customer with free, but the courier freight will be covered by customer account.

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