Stainless Steel

Premium corrosion-resistant steel for demanding applications. Perfect for food processing, medical devices, marine environments, and architectural projects.

Why Choose Stainless Steel?

Stainless steel combines strength, durability, and exceptional corrosion resistance. Its chromium content creates a protective oxide layer that self-heals when scratched, making it ideal for harsh environments and applications requiring hygiene and longevity.

Corrosion Resistant

Self-healing oxide layer prevents rust and corrosion

High Strength

Excellent strength-to-weight ratio and durability

Hygienic

Easy to clean and sterilize, FDA approved

Available Grades

304

304 Stainless Steel (18-8)

The most common stainless steel grade. Contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel, providing excellent corrosion resistance and formability. Ideal for general-purpose applications.

Properties:

  • • Tensile Strength: 505-750 MPa
  • • Yield Strength: 215 MPa
  • • Excellent corrosion resistance
  • • Non-magnetic (annealed)
  • • Good formability

Typical Applications:

  • • Food processing equipment
  • • Kitchen equipment
  • • Sinks and countertops
  • • Architectural panels
  • • Chemical containers

Benefits:

  • • Most cost-effective SS grade
  • • Easy to fabricate and weld
  • • Wide availability
  • • Attractive finish options
  • • FDA approved
316

316 Stainless Steel (Marine Grade)

Premium grade with 2-3% molybdenum added for superior corrosion resistance, especially against chlorides and marine environments. The "marine grade" stainless steel.

Properties:

  • • Tensile Strength: 515-760 MPa
  • • Yield Strength: 205 MPa
  • • Superior corrosion resistance
  • • Non-magnetic (annealed)
  • • Excellent in chloride environments

Typical Applications:

  • • Marine components
  • • Medical instruments
  • • Pharmaceutical equipment
  • • Coastal architecture
  • • Chemical processing

Benefits:

  • • Best corrosion resistance
  • • Salt water resistant
  • • High temperature strength
  • • Medical/pharma approved
  • • Long service life
430

430 Stainless Steel (Ferritic)

Ferritic stainless steel with no nickel content. Good corrosion resistance in mild environments, magnetic properties, and lower cost. Not suitable for forming complex shapes.

Properties:

  • • Tensile Strength: 450-550 MPa
  • • Yield Strength: 275 MPa
  • • Moderate corrosion resistance
  • • Magnetic
  • • Lower formability

Typical Applications:

  • • Automotive trim
  • • Appliance components
  • • Indoor architectural
  • • Fasteners
  • • Decorative items

Benefits:

  • • More economical than 304/316
  • • Good for indoor use
  • • Attractive appearance
  • • Magnetic (useful for some apps)
  • • Nickel-free

Available Thicknesses

0.5mm

20 gauge

0.8mm

22 gauge

1.0mm

18 gauge

1.5mm

16 gauge

2.0mm

14 gauge

3.0mm

11 gauge

4.0mm

8 gauge

5.0mm

7 gauge

6.0mm

1/4 inch

8.0mm

5/16 inch

10.0mm

3/8 inch

12.0mm

1/2 inch

Need a different thickness? Contact us for custom options.

Grade Comparison

GradeTypeCorrosion ResistanceFormabilityMagneticCost
304AusteniticExcellentExcellentNo$$
316AusteniticSuperiorExcellentNo$$$
430FerriticGoodModerateYes$

Available Surface Finishes

2B Mill Finish

Standard cold-rolled finish with dull, semi-reflective appearance

No. 4 Brushed

Popular brushed finish with directional grain, commonly seen in commercial kitchens

Mirror Polish

Highly reflective finish for decorative applications (No. 8 finish)

Bead Blasted

Uniform matte finish created by blasting with fine glass beads

Recommended Surface Treatments

Passivation

Chemical treatment that removes free iron and enhances the natural oxide layer, maximizing corrosion resistance.

Recommended for: Medical devices, food equipment, pharmaceutical applications

Electropolishing

Electrochemical process that removes surface material, creating a smooth, ultra-clean finish with enhanced corrosion resistance.

Recommended for: Pharmaceutical, semiconductor, medical implants

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