
INTRODUCTION
Alloy 304/304L a T-300 series stainless steel austenitic, which has a minimum of 18% chromium and 8% nickel. Type 304 has a maximum carbon of 0.07%; While type 304L has a carbon maximum is 0.030. It is the standard “18/8 stainless” that is commonly found in pans and cooking tools.
Alloys 304L is the most versatile and widely used alloy in the stainless steel family. Ideal for a wide variety of home and commercial applications, Alloys 304L exhibits excellent corrosion resistance and has a high ease of fabrication, outstanding formability. The austenitic stainless steels are also considered to be the most weldable of the high-alloy steels and can be welded by all fusion and resistance welding processes.
APPLICATIONS
Alloy 304/304L Stainless Steel is used in a wide variety of home and commercial applications, including:
Steel Grade | 304 / 304L | Application | Tanks, flues, chutes, rail wagons |
Shape | Round Bar | Standard | GB, ASTM, DIN,JIS |
Dimension | Φ4-800 mm; length below 10m | Surface | Black, Bright, Polished, Peeled |
Technique | Cold drawn; Hot rolled; Forged | Ultrasonic Test | 100% UT Passed |
DELIVERY CONDITIONS
Diameter (mm) | |
Cold drawn | 4-60 |
Peeled | 30-100 |
Grinded | 4-600 |
Turned | 130-800 |
Hot Rolled | 20-280 |
Hot Forged | 130-800 |
EQUIVALENT GRADES OF ASTM 304 / 304L
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION (%)
C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr | N | Ni | |
304 | ≤ 0.07 | ≤ 0.75 | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.030 | 18.00 20.00 | ≤ 0.10 | 8.0-10.5 |
304L | ≤ 0.03 | ≤ 0.75 | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.03 | 18.00 20.00 | ≤ 0.10 | 8.0-12.00 |
Grade | Tensile Strength ksi (min) | Yield Strength 0.2% ksi (min) | Elongation % | Hardness (Brinell) MAX | Hardness (Rockwell B) MAX |
304 | 75 | 30 | 40 | 201 | 92 |
304L | 70 | 25 | 40 | 201 | 92 |
The difference between two common types found on the market — 304 and 304L
Type 304L stainless steel is an extra-low carbon version of the 304 steel alloy. The lower carbon content in 304L minimizes deleterious or harmful carbide precipitation as a result of welding. 304L can, therefore, be used "as welded" in severe corrosion environments, and it eliminates the need for annealing.
This grade has slightly lower mechanical properties than the standard 304 grade, but is still widely used thanks to its versatility. Like Type 304 stainless steel, it's commonly used in beer-brewing and wine-making, but also for purposes beyond the food industry such as in chemical containers, mining and construction. It is ideal for use in metal parts such as nuts and bolts that are exposed to salt water.
RESISTANCE
PROCESSING
Welding Characteristics:
Excellent welding properties; post-weld annealing is not required when welding thin sections. Two important considerations in producing weld joints in the austenitic stainless steels are:
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-We offer a wide range of steel products in a wide variety of dimensions and executions, according to the common international specifications or customize.
-Machining and heat treatment are available.
-Also, we advise you in choosing the right materials.
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OUR AVAILABLE STAINLESS STEEL PRODUCTS ARE AS BELOW
PAYMENT AND SHIPPING
1. Both T/T and L/C will be acceptable
2. Trade Terms: FOB, CIF, CFR
3. The delivery will be in 10-15 days if have stock; For customized items, the delivery will be negotiated by both parties
4. Shipping by sea freight from Shanghai Port (PRC) for Bulk orders, by airfreight or express for samples
COMPANY INFORMATION
Shanghai Unite Steel Trading Co., Ltd
We are committed to integrate engineering steel resources in china and serve the global engineering steel market. Our company has more than 15 years of experience in steel researching, production, managing and sales. And our team mostly are based on and worked in national famous steel enterprise.
In the aspect of resources and information, we have established cooperative and stronger relationship with nearly hundred enterprises, either state-owned or private owned in china.
What’s more, we have built long, deep and close business relationship with dozens of steel company, Sharing and holding equities with several steel enterprises. Because of the close cooperation with steel companies and our pioneering spirit, which can ensure us stay at the top competition, and ensure our customers get what they really want!
FAQ
Q: Are you a manufacturer or merely a trader?
A: We are group of companies and owned manufacturer bases and
trading company. We specialized in special steel which include
alloy structural steel and carbon steel and stainless steel, etc.
All material are with high quality and competitive price.
Q: How do you guarantee the quality of your product?
A: Firstly, we can provide the certificates from the third party,
such as TUV, CE, if you need. Secondly, we have a complete set of
inspection system and every process is checked by QC. Quality is
the lifeline of enterprise survival.
Q: Delivery time?
A: We have ready stock for most of material grades in our
warehouse. If the material doesn't have stock, the delivery lead
time is about 5-30 days after receiving your prepayment or firm
order.
Q: What is the payment term?
A: T/T or L/C.
Q: Can we visit your company and factory?
A: Yes, warmly welcome! We can book the hotel for you before you
come to China and arrange our driver to our airport to pick you up
when you come.
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SHANGHAI UNITE STEEL
We, Shanghai Unite Steel are committed to integrate engineering steel resources in china and serve the global engineering steel market. Our company has more than 15 years of experience in steel researching, production, managing and sales. And our team mostly are based on and worked in national famous steel enterprise.
In the aspect of resources and information, we have established cooperative and stronger relationship with nearly hundred enterprises, either state-owned or private owned in china, such as: DAYE Special Steel-a famous steel enterprise with the longest steelmaking history; BAO Steel, and Dongbei Special Steel Group-the biggest special steel manufacturer; TPCO, VALIN-largest seamless steel tube production enterprise; What's more, we have built long, deep and close business relationship with dozens of steel companies, Sharing and holding equities with several steel enterprises. Because of the close cooperation with steel companies and our pioneering spirit, which can ensure us stay at the top competition, and ensure our customers get what they really want!