304 & 316L Stainless Steel Sheets
Available in thicknesses: 0.5, 0.6, 0.8, 1.2, 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3.0 mm
Surface Treatments & Characteristics
| Surface Finish |
Characteristics and Applications |
| NO.2B |
Better brightness and flatness than NO.2D, with improved mechanical properties for comprehensive applications |
| NO.1 |
Heat treated and pickled surface after hot rolling process |
| NO.4 |
Polished with #150-#180 grit abrasive belt, used for bathtubs, building ornaments, appliances, kitchen utensils, and food processing equipment |
| HL |
Polished with #150-#320 grit on NO.4 finish with continuous streaks, ideal for building ornaments, elevators, doors, and frontal plates |
| BA |
Cold rolled, bright annealed with excellent mirror-like brightness, suitable for kitchen apparatus and decorations |
| 8K |
Excellent brightness and superior reflectivity, can be used as mirror |
Chemical Composition
C: ≤0.08%, Si: ≤1.0%, Mn: ≤2.0%, Cr: 18.0-20.0%, Ni: 8.0-10.0%, S: ≤0.03%, P: ≤0.045%
Physical Properties
| Property |
Value |
| Tensile Strength σb (MPa) |
≥ 520 |
| Yield Strength σ0.2 (MPa) |
≥ 205 |
| Elongation δ5 (%) |
≥ 40 |
| Section Shrinkage ψ (%) |
≥ 60 |
| Hardness |
≤ 187HB; ≤ 90HRB; ≤ 200HV |
| Melting Point (°C) |
1398 - 1454 |
| Specific Heat Capacity (0-100°C, KJ/kgK) |
0.50 |
| Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) |
16.3 (100°C), 21.5 (500°C) |
| Linear Expansion Coefficient |
17.2 (0-100°C), 18.4 (0-500°C) |
| Resistivity (20°C, 10⁻⁶ Ω·m) |
0.73 |
| Longitudinal Elastic Modulus (20°C, KN/mm²) |
193 |
Corrosion Resistance
Stainless steel's exceptional resistance to corrosion and staining, combined with low maintenance requirements and attractive appearance, makes it ideal for numerous applications. The alloy is widely used in cookware, cutlery, household hardware, surgical instruments, major appliances, industrial equipment, and automotive and construction materials for large buildings. It is particularly suitable for commercial kitchens and food processing plants, as it can be steam-cleaned and sterilized without requiring paint or other surface finishes.
Applications
- Food preparation equipment, especially in chloride environments
- Chemical processing equipment
- Laboratory benches and equipment
- Rubber, plastics, pulp & paper machinery
- Pollution control equipment
- Boat fittings, valves and pump trim
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