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304 Stainless Steel Material Profile

The most common stainless steel. It contains chromium and nickel to provide excellent corrosion resistance in a wide variety of environments.

Technical Specification

Mechanical Properties (Typical)

Density8.00 g/cm³
Tensile Strength515 MPa
Yield Strength205 MPa
Hardness201 Brinell

Machinability & Finishing

Good machinability. Excellent response to anodizing and powder coating. Can be welded with 4043 or 5356 filler.

Typical Applications

  • Food processing equipment
  • Kitchen appliances
  • Architectural trim
  • Chemical containers