This 304 stainless steel stock sheet provides a robust foundation for your fabrication projects. Its excellent corrosion resistance and formability make it suitable for a wide range of demanding industrial and commercial applications.
| Standard | ASME B18 |
| Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Anodized |
| Grade | N/A |
| Thickness | 0.300" |
| Length | 12" |
| Width | 20" |
Specified by design engineers worldwide, this 304 stainless steel stock sheet offers a nominal thickness of 0.300 inches, a length of 12 inches, and a width of 20 inches. Fabricated from Type 304 stainless steel, it boasts a minimum of 18% chromium and 8% nickel, ensuring exceptional resistance to a broad spectrum of corrosive environments, including atmospheric, chemical, and food processing applications. Its inherent ductility and weldability facilitate complex forming and assembly processes, making it a preferred material for custom fabrications where longevity and hygiene are paramount.
This component strictly adheres to the tolerances, material specifications, and quality benchmarks set by the world's leading industrial manufacturers.
1. Prepare the fabrication area, ensuring it is clean and free from contaminants that could compromise the stainless steel's surface integrity. 2. Accurately measure and mark the sheet according to design specifications for cutting, bending, or welding. 3. Utilize appropriate cutting, forming, and welding techniques suitable for 304 stainless steel, ensuring proper tooling and parameters to maintain material properties.
| Standard System | Designation |
|---|---|
| ISO Equivalent | ISO 9001:2015 Mfg |
| DIN Equivalent | Industry Standard |
| Primary Standard | ASME B18 |
| Tensile Strength | 75,000 psi (515 MPa) |
| Yield Strength | 30,000 psi (205 MPa) |
| Elongation in 2 in. | 40% min |
| Hardness | Rockwell B95 max |
| Carbon (C) | 0.08% max |
| Chromium (Cr) | 18.0 - 20.0% |
| Nickel (Ni) | 8.0 - 10.5% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 2.00% max |
| Size / Type | Est. Weight (lbs/100) | Shipping Weight (kg) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Varies by dimension | Contact Sales |
| Environment | Rating |
|---|---|
| Indoor / Dry | Excellent |
| Outdoor / Exposed | Excellent |
| Marine / Saltwater | Good |
| Chemical / Acidic | Not Recommended |
| ❌ Mistake | ✅ Correct Approach |
|---|---|
| Using carbon steel tools for cutting or handling, leading to iron contamination and potential rust spots. | Always use dedicated stainless steel tools or ensure thorough cleaning of any shared tools before contact with the 304 stainless steel sheet. |
| Inadequate post-weld cleaning or passivation, leaving surface contaminants that can initiate corrosion. | Thoroughly clean welds and the surrounding area after fabrication. Perform passivation treatments as recommended by industry standards to restore the protective oxide layer. |
A: This 304 Stainless Steel Stock Sheet is manufactured from 304 Stainless Steel.
A: Custom industrial enclosures and housings, Food processing equipment and components, Chemical processing vessels and piping.
Conversion factor: 1 ft-lb ≈ 1.356 Nm
| Status | Mating Component | Standard | Torque Spec | Engineering Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No verified compatibility data found for this component. | ||||