Type 304, with its chromium-nickel content and low carbon, is the most versatile and widely used of the austenitic stainless steels. Its alloys are all modifications of the 18% chromium, 8% nickel austenitic alloy. Its chemical composition, mechanical properties, wield ability, corrosion and oxidation resistance provide the best all-round performance stainless steel at relatively low cost. It also has excellent low temperature properties and responds well to hardening by cold working.
Chemical Properties
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 | min. max. |
– 0.08 |
– 2.0 |
– 0.75 |
– 0.045 |
– 0.030 |
18.0 20.0 |
– | 8.0 10.5 |
– 0.10 |
Mechanical Properties
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) min | Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min | Elongation (% in 50 mm) min | Hardness | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockwell B (HR B) max | Brinell (HB) max | ||||
| 304 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 92 | 201 |
G304 is used in Industrial, Commercial and Domestic fields because of its good corrosion and heat resisting properties. Some applications include Food processing equipment, particularly in beer brewing, milk processing & wine making, Kitchen benches, sinks, troughs, equipment and appliances, Architectural paneling, railings & trim, Chemical containers, Heat Exchangers.
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