One of the most adaptable and widely used stainless steels on the market is 304 stainless steel, which is also the most widely used stainless steel alloy overall. Since the steel’s composition is 18% chromium and 8% nickel, SS 304 is essentially an austenitic chromium alloy, also referred to as “18/8” stainless.
However, chloride substitutes can cause corrosion in 304 stainless steel. Chloride ions, which are essentially isolated corrosion zones, can produce pitting or cracking. These deteriorated pieces can propagate to deteriorate internal components in the presence of chromium oxide barriers. For instance, high salinity environments, such as open coastal areas or chilly, ice regions that are continually exposed to de-icing salts, may not be suitable for SS 304 Coil. The atmospheres used in manufacturing or other commercial applications that involve chemicals, particularly chloride solutions, may also harm goods and machinery.
The 304 stainless steel square pipe types are the most often used types of square pipes because of their high cost effectiveness, average strength, resistance to corrosion, and ease of forming operations. Jindal’s price list for square stainless steel pipes is very competitive. Additionally, we provide Jindal SS 304 Pipe Weight Chart for stainless steel and various grades, among others, in a range of material grades. Our 316 stainless steel square tubes and pipes are used in high temperature applications with moderate to severe corrosion risk. We also offer products in a wider range of grades and material types.
Features of Stainless Steel 304 Pipes
Outstanding Weldability
SS 304 offers excellent weldability properties. Post-weld annealing is not necessary when welding thin parts. With or without filler metals, all common fusion methods may weld stainless steel 304 with excellent results. For the best corrosion resistance when welding big portions of stainless steel 304, post-weld annealing may be necessary.
Heat Therapy
Stainless Steel 304 may be heated to 1010–1120 degrees C during Solution Treatment (Annealing) and then quickly cooled. Thermal treatment cannot be used to harden these grades. A significant step in the production of stainless steel pipes is heat treatment. For stainless steel 304 Tubes to have high strength and durability, heat treatment is essential.
Machining
The grade 304 enhanced machinability version “Ugima” is available in bar products. Compared to regular 304, “Ugima” machines provide higher machining rates and less tool wear.
Applications for Tubes Made of Stainless Steel Grade 304
304 stainless steel Seamless Since they are resistant to the acid corrosion inherent in most meals, pipes are utilised in many industries, but particularly in the food processing industry. Therefore, things like sinks, dishwashers, commercial food processing equipment, and refrigerators can be made from this steel. Heat exchangers, chemical storage tanks, and pipes can all be made out of stainless steel type 304. It can be utilised as a manufactured material in pressure vessels or other structures that contain high-temperature petroleum fumes or vapours. Structures in conditions where conventional carbon steel would rust can also use SS 304 tubes.
