SS 304 and 316 Austenitic Stainless Steel Plate

High-quality austenitic stainless steel plates in grades 304 and 316, supplied for industrial and architectural applications that require corrosion resistance, formability and weldability. These plates are produced to meet demanding metallurgical and quality requirements and are offered alongside coils and strips to support fabrication and large-scale projects.

Key features

• Grade 304: Typical composition includes approximately 18% chromium and 8% nickel; a versatile, corrosion-resistant austenitic stainless steel with good forming and welding properties. Generally non-magnetic in the annealed condition.
• Grade 316: Molybdenum-alloyed austenitic stainless steel with improved resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion versus 304. Preferred for aggressive environments such as marine, chemical and polluted atmospheres; lower carbon variants improve weldability and reduce carbide precipitation.
• Product forms: Plates, coils and strips available to suit fabrication, structural and finishing requirements.
• Quality management: Supplied under documented quality control systems (ISO 9001 series compliance is available).

Typical advantages

• Excellent corrosion resistance for food processing, pharmaceutical, chemical and marine applications.
• Good mechanical properties and ductility for pressing, bending and welding operations.
• Long service life in both indoor and harsh outdoor environments when properly selected and finished.

Common applications

• Chemical processing equipment, tanks and heat exchangers
• Food and beverage processing lines and sanitary fittings
• Pharmaceutical and medical equipment
• Marine and coastal architectural components
• Petroleum, mining and paper industry equipment

Supply and specification notes

• Available in multiple surface finishes and thicknesses; plates can be supplied alongside coils and strips for continuous processing.
• Material certifications and mill test reports can be provided on request to verify chemical composition and mechanical properties.
• For best performance, select grade 304 for general-purpose corrosion resistance and 316 where chloride or more aggressive media are present.

If you require technical datasheets, dimensional ranges or certified test reports, include your RFQ with expected quantities, dimensions, surface finish and any required standards so suppliers can provide precise quotations.