04 Jun 2024
The primary difference between stainless steel grades 301 and 304 lies in their chemical composition and resulting properties. Here’s a detailed comparison:
Composition:
301 Stainless Steel:
Chromium: 16-18%
Nickel: 6-8%
Carbon: ≤ 0.15%
Manganese: ≤ 2%
Silicon: ≤ 1%
Nitrogen: ≤ 0.1%
Phosphorus: ≤ 0.045%
Sulfur: ≤ 0.03%
304 Stainless Steel:
Chromium: 18-20%
Nickel: 8-10.5%
Carbon: ≤ 0.08%
Manganese: ≤ 2%
Silicon: ≤ 1%
Nitrogen: ≤ 0.1%
Phosphorus: ≤ 0.045%
Sulfur: ≤ 0.03%
Key Differences in Properties:
Corrosion Resist..