Core grade
304/304L Stainless Steel: Properties, Applications & Available Forms
As the most versatile grade, 304 stainless steel offers excellent corrosion resistance and formability. Its low-carbon variant, 304L, prevents carbide precipitation during welding, ensuring structural integrity. At Jinling, we provide prime 304/304L with stable nickel content, optimized for high-end surface finishing and precision fabrication.
Forms selection
Available options
Choose stainless steel grade by product form and surface finish, including coil, sheet and plate, bar forms, tube and pipe, plus 8K mirror, AFP anti-fingerprint, No.4 brushed, hairline, 2B, and BA finishes for fabrication, architecture, appliance, marine, and industrial projects.
Specifications
Core data for general-purpose stainless steel supply
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Grade / Standard | ASTM A240 S30400 / S30403; EN 1.4301 / 1.4307; JIS SUS304 / SUS304L |
| Chemical Composition | Cr 18.0-20.0%; Ni 8.0-10.5%; C <=0.08% / <=0.03% for 304L; Mn <=2.0% |
| Mechanical Properties | Yield >=205 MPa / >=170 MPa for 304L; Tensile >=515 MPa / >=485 MPa for 304L; Elongation >=40% |
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent for general atmosphere, food equipment, indoor architecture, and mild chemical environments |
| Available Forms | Coil, sheet & plate, bar forms, tube & pipe |
| Available Finishes | 2B, BA, No.4 brushed, hairline, 8K mirror, AFP, PVD color options |
| Typical Applications | Kitchen equipment, food processing, elevator panels, architecture, tanks, fabrication parts |
| Buyer Note | Choose 304L when welding resistance to intergranular corrosion is more important than higher carbon strength |
304 / 304L specification
Review 304 and 304L stainless steel specification data for coil, sheet, plate, bar, tube, and pipe purchasing. This grade is widely selected for food equipment, kitchenware, architectural panels, decorative fabrication, and surface finishing where corrosion resistance, formability, and stable supply are key.
Typical values are for buyer comparison; final supply follows the order standard, mill origin, and MTC.
Why choose us
Jinling helps buyers source stainless steel grades with stable chemistry, reliable MTC documentation, matched product forms, and export-ready processing. From 304 and 316L to 430, 201, and 2205 duplex stainless steel, our grade supply supports coil, sheet, plate, bar, tube, surface finishing, and mixed-container delivery for global fabrication, architecture, appliance, marine, and industrial projects.
Prime mill material
Stable mill channels and MTC support help buyers secure reliable 304, 316L, 430, 201, and duplex stainless steel supply.
Grade-matched selection
Select stainless steel grade by corrosion resistance, strength, magnetism, welding performance, and project budget.
One-stop processing
Coil, sheet, plate, bar, tube, slitting, cut-to-length, polishing, film protection, and packing can be coordinated together.
Surface finish compatibility
2B, BA, No.4 brushed, hairline, 8K mirror, AFP, and PVD finishes are available for fabrication and visible design use.
Export-ready flexibility
Mixed grades, mixed forms, custom dimensions, protective packing, and container loading reduce sourcing complexity and lead time.