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Stainless Steel 304 Plates

Q: What is the difference between Stainless Steel 304 Plate and Stainless Steel 304 Sheet?

Generally, 'plate' refers to stainless steel that is 5mm (or 3/16 inch) thick or more, while 'sheet' is thinner. Plates are used for structural or heavy-duty applications, while sheets are used for lighter fabrications, paneling, and appliances.

Q: What is the typical 304 stainless steel plate price?

The price of 304 stainless steel plates varies depending on thickness, dimensions, surface finish, order quantity, and market rates for raw materials. For accurate pricing, please contact Lakshay Steel with your specific needs.

Q: Do you offer custom cutting for 304 stainless plates?

Absolutely. Lakshay Steel offers precision cutting services such as plasma, laser, and waterjet cutting to deliver 304 plates according to your required size and shape.

Q: What is SS 304 plate density?

The density of SS 304 plate is approximately 8.0 g/cm³ (grams per cubic centimeter).

Q: Which is better: 304 or 316 stainless steel?

304 stainless steel is more cost-effective and suitable for most general applications. However, 316 stainless steel provides better corrosion resistance, particularly in marine or chloride-exposed environments, due to its molybdenum content.

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Your Trusted Stainless Steel 304 Plates Supplier & Stockist
Insights on Stainless Steel 304 Plates: Characteristics & Advantages
Stainless Steel 304 Plates Specifications
Composition Ranges for 304 Grade Stainless Steel Plates
Mechanical Properties of 304 / 304L / 304H Grade Stainless Steel Plates
Physical Properties of 304 Stainless Steel Plates
Stainless Steel 304 Plate Equivalent Grades
SS 304 Plate Size
304 Stainless Steel Plate Dimensions
Types of Stainless Steel 304 Plate
Applications of Stainless Steel 304 Plates
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We’re a leading supplier stockist and manufacturer for top quality stainless steel 304 plates. Our 304 stainless steel plates UNS S30400 DIN 1.4301 meets international standards like ASTM A240 they have unique corrosion resistance, durability and versatility for many different sectors. We also supply 304L stainless steel plates UNS S30403 DIN 1.4306 1.4307 for better weldability and 304H plates when you need extreme heat service.

Our huge stock of stainless steel plates 304 means we deliver fast and in thicknesses from 0.3mm all the way to 120mm. We’re sure Lakshay Steel is the best choice for your 304 plate applications in tough environments for sectors like chemical processing, food and beverage pharmaceuticals architecture , automotive and construction.

At Lakshay Steel we know material integrity is vital. We’re a 304 plate stockist and our material comes from reliable mills. We carefully manage material quality through strict quality assurance. Whether you need standard 304 ss plate sizes or custom plate sizing our team delivers. We offer competitive prices for 304 stainless steel plates and we never compromise on service or quality. Our value-added services like cutting, bending and profiling make us your one-stop shop for all sorts of shapes and sizes of stainless steel 304 plates.

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Insights on Stainless Steel 304 Plates: Characteristics & Advantages

Stainless Steel 304 plate is an austenitic chromium nickel steel alloy renowned for its composed features

Corrosion Resistance: outstanding durability to a large selection of atmospheric, chemical and food industry reactive agents.
Strength & Durability: Offers good tensile and yield strength making it ideal for constructional and structural operations
Formability & Weldability: Grade 304 exhibits good forming and welding characteristics. The 304L variant is preferred for heavy-section welding to prevent sensitization.
High-Temperature Resistance: Can withstand moderately high temperatures. For applications demanding superior high temperature strength 304H is often chosen.
Hygienic Properties: Its smooth, leakproof surface is easy to clean making it perfect for sanitary applications.
Aesthetic Appeal: Offers a clean modern look appropriate for architectural and decorative uses.

While closely related to stainless steel 304 sheet plates are generally thicker typically 5mm or 3/16 inch and above and are mostly used for critical or heavy duty applications.

Stainless Steel 304 Plates Specifications

Specification	Details
Standard Specification	ASTM A240 / ASME SA240
Manufacturing Process	Hot Rolled (HR)
Thickness	0.3 MM TO 120 MM (Thicker custom sizes may be available on request)
Width	1000mm, 1219mm (4ft), 1250mm, 1500mm (5ft), 2000mm, 2500mm; Custom Cut Width as Per Requirement
Length	2000mm, 2440mm (8ft), 2500mm, 3000mm (10ft), 6000mm; Coil Cut and Custom Cut Length as Per Requirement
Surface Finish	No.1 (HRAP), 2D, 2B, BA (Bright Annealed), No.4 (Brushed), No.8 (Mirror), Textured, Embossed; PVC Coating available.
Other Testing	NACE MR0175, Ultrasonic Test, IGC Test (ASTM A262 Practice E), Charpy Impact Test, Macro, Grain Size, Hardness, etc.
Value Added Services	Gas Cutting / CNC Plasma Cutting / Waterjet Cutting / Profiling / Rolling / Bending / Fabrication / Drilling / Punching / Machining / Sand Blasting
Packaging	Loose / Crate / Wooden Pallet / Wooden Box / Plastic Cloth Wraps
Shipment & Transportation	Road (Truck/Train), Sea (Break-bulk/FCL/LCL), Air Freight
Material Test Certificate (MTC)	Manufacturer Test Certificate As Per EN10204 3.1, 3.2 / NABL Approved Lab Certificate / Third Party Inspection (SGS, TUV, DNV, LLOYDS, ABS, etc.)

Composition Ranges for 304 Grade Stainless Steel Plates

Grade		C	Mn	Si	P	S	Cr	Mo	Ni	N
304	min.	–	–	–	–	–	18.0	–	8.0	–
304	max.	0.08	2.0	0.75	0.045	0.030	20.0	–	10.5	0.10

Mechanical Properties of 304 / 304L / 304H Grade Stainless Steel Plates

Grade	Tensile Strength (MPa) min	Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min	Elongation (% in 50mm) min	Hardness Rockwell B (HR B) max	Hardness Brinell (HB) max
304	515	205	40	92	201

Physical Properties of 304 Stainless Steel Plates

Grade	Density (kg/m³)	Elastic Modulus (GPa)	Mean Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (μm/m/°C)			Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K)		Specific Heat 0–100°C (J/kg·K)	Electrical Resistivity (nΩ·m)
			0–100°C	0–315°C	0–538°C	at 100°C	at 500°C
SS 304	8000	193	17.2	17.8	18.4	16.2	21.5	500	720

Stainless Steel 304 Plate Equivalent Grades

STANDARD	WERKSTOFF NR.	UNS	JIS	BS	GOST	AFNOR	EN
SS 304	1.4301	S30400	SUS 304	304S31	08Х18Н10	Z7CN18‐09	X5CrNi18-10

SS 304 Plate Size

SS 304 Plate Thickness	SS 304 Plate Size	SS 304 Sheet Weight per Unit Area	Estimated Weight per Sheet
0.015 inches 0.381 mm	36 x 96	0.630 lbs/ft²3.07566 kg/m²	15.12 lbs6.84936 kg
0.015 inches 0.381 mm	36 x 120	0.630 lbs/ft²3.07566 kg/m²	18.90 lbs8.5617 kg
0.0178 inches 0.45212 mm	36 x 96	0.756 lbs/ft²3.690792 kg/m²	18.15 lbs8.22195 kg
0.0178 inches 0.45212 mm	36 x 120	0.756 lbs/ft²3.690792 kg/m²	22.68 lbs10.27404 kg
0.0178 inches 0.45212 mm	48 x 96	0.756 lbs/ft²3.690792 kg/m²	24.19 lbs10.95807 kg
0.0178 inches 0.45212 mm	48 x 120	0.756 lbs/ft²3.690792 kg/m²	30.24 lbs13.69872 kg
0.0235 inches 0.5969 mm	30 x 96	1.008 lbs/ft²4.921056 kg/m²	20.16 lbs9.13248 kg
0.0235 inches 0.5969 mm	30 x 120	1.008 lbs/ft²4.921056 kg/m²	25.20 lbs11.4156 kg
0.0235 inches 0.5969 mm	36 x 96	1.008 lbs/ft²4.921056 kg/m²	24.19 lbs10.95807 kg
0.0235 inches 0.5969 mm	36 x 120	1.008 lbs/ft²4.921056 kg/m²	30.24 lbs13.69872 kg
0.0235 inches 0.5969 mm	36 x 144	1.008 lbs/ft²4.921056 kg/m²	36.29 lbs16.43937 kg
0.0235 inches 0.5969 mm	48 x 96	1.008 lbs/ft²4.921056 kg/m²	32.26 lbs14.61378 kg
0.0235 inches 0.5969 mm	48 x 120	1.008 lbs/ft²4.921056 kg/m²	40.32 lbs18.26496 kg
0.0235 inches 0.5969 mm	48 x 144	1.008 lbs/ft²4.921056 kg/m²	48.39 lbs21.92067 kg
0.0291 inches 0.73914 mm	30 x 96	1.260 lbs/ft²6.15132 kg/m²	25.20 lbs11.4156 kg
0.0291 inches 0.73914 mm	30 x 120	1.260 lbs/ft²6.15132 kg/m²	31.50 lbs14.2695 kg
0.0291 inches 0.73914 mm	36 x 96	1.260 lbs/ft²6.15132 kg/m²	30.24 lbs13.69872 kg
0.0291 inches 0.73914 mm	36 x 120	1.260 lbs/ft²6.15132 kg/m²	37.80 lbs17.1234 kg
0.0291 inches 0.73914 mm	36 x 144	1.260 lbs/ft²6.15132 kg/m²	45.37 lbs20.55261 kg
0.0291 inches 0.73914 mm	48 x 96	1.260 lbs/ft²6.15132 kg/m²	40.32 lbs18.26496 kg
0.0291 inches 0.73914 mm	48 x 120	1.260 lbs/ft²6.15132 kg/m²	50.41 lbs22.83573 kg
0.0291 inches 0.73914 mm	48 x 144	1.260 lbs/ft²6.15132 kg/m²	60.49 lbs27.40197 kg
0.0355 inches 0.9017 mm	30 x 96	1.512 lbs/ft²7.381584 kg/m²	30.24 lbs13.69872 kg
0.0355 inches 0.9017 mm	30 x 120	1.512 lbs/ft²7.381584 kg/m²	37.80 lbs17.1234 kg
0.0355 inches 0.9017 mm	36 x 96	1.512 lbs/ft²7.381584 kg/m²	36.29 lbs16.43937 kg

304 Stainless Steel Plate Dimensions

Plate Surface finish	Thickness (mm)	Width (max mm)
2B – Cold rolled, heat treated, pickled, skin passed Sheet	0.25–8.0	2032
2D – Cold rolled, heat treated, pickled Sheet	0.4–6.35	1524
2E – Cold rolled, heat treated, mechanically descaled plate	0.4–8.0	2032
2R – Cold rolled, bright annealed plate	0.25–3.5	1524
2H – Work hardened plate	0.4–6.35	1524
Polished, brushed plate	0.5–4.0	1524

ASTM A240 SS 304 Plate Imperial Dimensions

Plate Surface finish	Gauge (in)	Width (max in)
2B – Cold rolled, heat treated, pickled, skin passed Plate	10–24	72*
2D – Cold rolled, heat treated, pickled plate	12–24	60
BA Mexinox only	18–28	48
Polished Sheet (not brushed)	11–24	60
Temper rolled Sheet Mexinox only	13–29	48

Types of Stainless Steel 304 Plate

SS 304 Hot Rolled Sheets

SS 304 Cold Rolled Sheets

SS 304 Hot Rolled Plates

SS 304 Cold Rolled Plates

SS 304 Galvanized Sheets & Plates

Carbon Steel Plates & Sheets Manufacturer

SS 304 Shim Sheets & Plates

Available Sizes and Stock of Stainless Steel 304 Plates

Lakshay Steel maintains a comprehensive stock of stainless steel 304 plates in various standard sizes and thicknesses. We also offer custom cutting to precise dimensions to meet your specific project needs.

Standard Plate Sizes (Example)	Common Widths (mm)	Common Thicknesses (mm)	Availability
1000 x 2000 mm	1000 to 2500 mm	3 mm To 120 mm	Stock / Custom Order
1220 x 2440 mm (4′ x 8′)			Stock / Custom Order
1250 x 2500 mm			Stock / Custom Order
1500 x 3000 mm To 6000 mm			Stock / Custom Order
2000 x 4000 mm To 6000 mm			Stock / Custom Order
We supply materials from reputed Indian and Imported mills.

Applications of Stainless Steel 304 Plates

Stainless Steel 304 Plates are widely used in:

Food Processing & Dairy Equipment (tanks, containers, piping)
Chemical & Petrochemical Industries (vessels, heat exchangers)
Pharmaceutical Equipment
Brewery Equipment
Architectural Paneling, Trim, and Railings
Kitchen Appliances and Cookware
Automotive Components
Construction and Structural Applications
Marine Fittings (in less aggressive environments)
Water Treatment Facilities

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Stainless Steel 304 Plates

What is the difference between Stainless Steel 304 Plate and Stainless Steel 304 Sheet?

Generally, “plate” refers to stainless steel that is 5mm (or 3/16 inch) thick or more, while “sheet” is thinner. Plates are often used for more structural or heavy-duty applications, whereas sheets are common for lighter fabrications, paneling, and appliances.

What is stainless steel 304 plate thickness?

Stainless steel 304 plate thickness typically ranges from 3 mm to 100 mm, depending on the specific application and requirements.

What is the typical 304 stainless steel plate price?

The 304 stainless steel plate price (or ss 304 plate price) varies based on factors like plate thickness, dimensions, surface finish, quantity ordered, and current market conditions for raw materials. For an accurate, up-to-date quote, please contact Lakshay Steel with your specific requirements.

Can Lakshay Steel provide MTC (Material Test Certificates) for 304 plates?

Yes, Lakshay Steel provides Manufacturer Test Certificates (MTC) as per EN 10204 3.1 for all our Stainless Steel 304 Plates. We can also arrange for third-party inspection and NABL approved lab testing upon request.

Do you offer custom cutting for 304 stainless plates?

Absolutely. Lakshay Steel provides precision cutting services (plasma, laser, waterjet) to deliver 304 plates cut to your exact size and shape specifications.

What is SS 304 plate density?

The density of SS 304 plate is approximately 8.0 g/cm 3 (grams per cubic centimeter).

Can 304 stainless steel rust?

Yes, 304 stainless steel can rust, especially in harsh environments or if damaged. Proper maintenance helps prevent corrosion

Which is better: 304 or 316 stainless steel?

304 stainless steel is more cost-effective, while 316 stainless steel offers better corrosion resistance, particularly in marine environments due to its molybdenum content.

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