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Grade 304 is the most versatile and commonly used stainless steel globally, with the classic"18/8"designation (18% chromium, 8% nickel). It offers an exceptional balance of corrosion resistance, formability, weldability, and cost-effectiveness. This alloy is suitable for a vast range of applications from food processing equipment and kitchen sinks to industrial components and architectural trim. It cannot be hardened by heat treatment but achieves its properties through cold working .
1. Product Specifications & Physical Data
ZYTC Alloy supplies 304 stainless steel in comprehensive mill forms for diverse industrial, commercial, and consumer applications requiring verified properties.
Available Forms: Sheet, plate, bar, strip, pipe, tube, coil, fittings, and custom configurations .
Specifications: ASTM A240, ASTM A276, ASTM A312, EN 10088-2 1.4301, UNS S30400 .
Chemical Composition (Weight %)
304 Stainless Specification
Chromium (Cr)
17.5 - 19.5
Nickel (Ni)
8.0 - 10.5
Carbon (C)
0.07 max.
Manganese (Mn)
2.0 max.
Silicon (Si)
0.75 max.
Phosphorus (P)
0.045 max.
Sulfur (S)
0.030 max.
Nitrogen (N)
0.10 max.
Iron (Fe)
Balance
Physical Properties
Metric
Imperial
Density
7.9 - 8.0 g/cm³
0.285 - 0.289 lb/in³
Modulus of Elasticity
193 - 200 GPa
28.0 - 29.0 × 10⁶ psi
Poisson's Ratio
0.27 - 0.30
0.27 - 0.30
Thermal Conductivity (RT)
16.2 W/m·K
112 BTU·in/hr·ft²·°F
Melting Range
1400 - 1450°C
2550 - 2640°F
Mechanical Properties (Minimum)
Condition
Metric
Imperial
Tensile Strength
Annealed
515 MPa
75 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Annealed
205 MPa
30 ksi
Elongation
Annealed
40%
40%
Hardness (Brinell)
Annealed
201 max.
201 max.
Tensile Strength (1/4 Hard)
Cold Rolled
860 MPa
125 ksi
Tensile Strength (1/2 Hard)
Cold Rolled
1030 MPa
150 ksi
2. Fabrication & Material Comparison
Heat Treatment: Solution anneal 1010-1120°C (1850-2050°F), rapid cool (water quench or accelerated air cool) .
Forming: Excellent formability in annealed condition; work-hardening rate moderate; suitable for deep drawing and complex forming .
Welding: Excellent weldability using TIG, MIG, SMAW, and resistance welding; 308L filler recommended for low-carbon applications .
Material Comparison:
vs. 304L (1.4307): Lower carbon (0.03% max) provides better resistance to sensitization and intergranular corrosion after welding; identical mechanical properties .
vs. 316 Stainless: Lower molybdenum content provides less resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion; more cost-effective for non-chloride environments .
vs. 301 Stainless: Higher nickel provides better corrosion resistance and formability; 301 offers higher strength through cold working .
vs. 201 Stainless: Superior corrosion resistance due to higher nickel content; 201 is a lower-cost alternative with manganese substitution .
Contact ZYTC Alloy for certified 304 stainless steel materials with complete traceability, ASTM/EN specifications, technical datasheets, and competitive pricing on standard sizes or custom-fabricated components.
