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304L Stainless Steel

UNS S30403

304L grade with 0.030% maximum carbon is similar to the 304 grade, but with much enhanced performance in the sensitization range. Due to its superior resistance to intergranular corrosion following stress relieving or welding, Type 304L is broader in application versatility. The extra-low carbon 304L is required when welding joins heavy sections or an aggressive corrosion environment exists and post-weld annealing is not possible. 304L will become sensitized if exposed for long periods of exposure to service temperatures of 800°-1600°F.

Type 304L is used where welding is required but the carbide precipitation tendency of Type 304 will impair that alloys corrosion resistance.

Stainless Steel
WHY CHOOSE ALMETALS
MECHANICAL PROPERTY LIMITS
Temper Tensile Strength Yield Strength Elongation Rockwell
KSi MPa KSi MPa in 2 inches %
Annealed 70 483 25 172 40 B-88 max.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION LIMITS (%)
C
Carbon
Mn
Manganese
P
Phosphorus
S
Sulfur
Si
Silicon
Cr
Chromium
Ni
Nickel
N
Nitrogen
Mo
Molybdemum
Other
0.03 2 0.045 0.03 0.75 18.00-20.00 8.00-12.00 0.10 - -
  • Chemical composition is percent maximum unless shown as a range or a minimum.
  • Source: American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
  • Information presented as a guide for reference purposes only and is not intended to be used for product design or application.
Slitting Capabilities
Gauge Range
.004" to .090" (.102 mm to 2.286 mm)
Width Range
.250" to 60" (6.365 mm to 1524 mm)
ID
8, 12, 16 or 20 (inches)
OD
78" maximum
Coil Weight
40,000 lbs maximum