Stainless Steel 304 Grade
Stainless steel 304 grade is a high-quality steel grade. It is a strong, long-lasting, corrosion-resistant, and low-maintenance metal. It is widely used in a variety of industries, including food service and construction.
This grade of stainless steel is tough and rust-resistant. It is a high-quality, low-maintenance product that is corrosion-resistant and corrosion-inhibiting. This type of stainless steel is frequently used in industrial kitchens.
Because of its adaptability and durability, stainless steel cladding is a popular choice for new construction and restoration projects. It is frequently used for exterior purposes such as walls, ceilings, roofs, and facades. This cladding can be applied to a range of construction materials, including wood, concrete, brick, and even steel.
While the two most common grades of stainless steel may appear identical at first glance, there are significant variances that can result in significant savings over the life of your product depending on your planned uses. All stainless steels include varying amounts of iron and chromium. However, the specific mix—along with other additions—is what differentiates grades. Although various alloys exist within the same grade, the most common 304 grade comprises 18% chromium and 8% nickel.
316 stainless steel sheets include less chromium—typically approximately 16%—but higher nickel levels and molybdenum. Most common alloys contain 10% nickel and 2–3% molybdenum. Specialty alloys, on the other hand, may contain up to 9% molybdenum.
304 Stainless Steel Uses
- Water piping
- Storage tanks
- Indoor electrical enclosures
- Wheel covers
- Automotive trim
- Kitchen equipment
- Appliances
- Decorative trim