Stainless steel sheets and plates come in various grades, thicknesses, and finishes, making them suitable for different applications. The most common grades of stainless steel used for sheets and plates are 304, 316, and 430, with 304 being the most commonly used. The thickness of stainless steel sheets and plates can vary from 0.4mm to 100mm, depending on the application. Stainless steel sheets and plates are manufactured using various methods such as hot and cold rolling, annealing, and pickling. Hot rolling involves heating the steel to a high temperature and then passing it through rollers to form the desired shape.
stainless steel sheets that are used for building facades or roofing typically come in larger sizes, with lengths of up to 6 meters and widths of up to 1.5 meters. On the other hand, stainless steel sheets that are used for kitchen appliances or utensils come in smaller sizes, with lengths and widths ranging from a few centimeters to a few feet.
Thickness (mm) | Width (mm) | Length (mm) |
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0.4 | 1000 | 2000 |
0.5 | 1000 | 2000 |
0.6 | 1000 | 2000 |
0.8 | 1000 | 2000 |
1.0 | 1000 | 2000 |
1.2 | 1000 | 2000 |
1.5 | 1000 | 2000 |
2.0 | 1000 | 2000 |
2.5 | 1000 | 2000 |
3.0 | 1000 | 2000 |
This is the most common type of stainless steel, and it is highly corrosion-resistant and non-magnetic. It contains high levels of nickel and chromium, which give it its excellent properties. This type of stainless steel is also highly corrosion-resistant, but it has a lower nickel content than austenitic stainless steel. It is magnetic and has good ductility and formability. This type of stainless steel is very hard and strong, and it is often used in applications where high strength and hardness are required. It has moderate corrosion resistance and is magnetic. This type of stainless steel has a mixed microstructure of austenitic and ferritic stainless steels, giving it excellent strength and toughness. It is highly resistant to corrosion and cracking.
Stainless steel pipes are commonly used in the food and beverage industry due to their hygienic properties and ability to resist corrosion from food acids and liquids. Stainless steel pipes are often used in chemical processing applications due to their resistance to corrosion and ability to handle high temperatures and pressures. Stainless steel pipes are widely used in the oil and gas industry for their corrosion resistance, strength, and ability to handle high temperatures and pressures.
Application | Type of Stainless Steel |
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Automotive parts | Austenitic, Ferritic, and Martensitic stainless steel |
Aerospace | Austenitic, Ferritic, and Martensitic stainless steel |
Construction | Austenitic, Ferritic, and Duplex stainless steel |
Cookware | Austenitic and Ferritic stainless steel |
Medical equipment | Austenitic and Precipitation hardening stainless steel |
Oil and gas industry | Austenitic, Ferritic, and Duplex stainless steel |
Food processing | Austenitic and Ferritic stainless steel |
Chemical processing | Austenitic, Ferritic, and Duplex stainless steel |
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