316/316L Stainless Steel Plates and Sheets
316/316L stainless steel Plates and sheets are popular within the industries that demand maximum corrosion strength, good strength and durability. The grades perform better than the standard 304 materials because they contain higher levels of Nickel and Molybdenum hence are best suited in areas that are exposed to moisture, chlorides, chemicals, and change of temperature. Since we are a reliable supplier of stainless steel 316 sheet, stainless steel 316L sheet, 316 stainless steel plate and 316L stainless steel plate, we offer quality materials, which satisfy high-quality expectations in the industrial application.
The stainless steel sheet metal 316 is reputed as a tough sheet metal, weldable and smooth to form, making sure that it maintains the same performance in fabrication and manufacture process. Grade 316L, which is lower in carbon, is used in the prevention of carbide precipitation during welding and is therefore used in pressure vessels, marine, heat exchangers, and chemical processing equipment. Both grades are in compliance with ASTM A240 and are offered in both hot rolled, cold rolled and precision-finished to meet the project needs that vary.
Our 316/316L plates and sheets are available in sufficient thickness, dependable mechanical characteristics and ready in stock, which includes applications that need durability and corrosion resistance. This guarantees buyers with reliable material performance in the harsh industrial settings.
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We provide reliable suppliers and manufacturers of Stainless Steel 304 304L plates and sheets in HR, CR, 2B and No 1 finish material in a broad selection of standard sizes and thicknesses to be fabricated, processing equipment and structural applications. Our SS 304 plates and SS 304L sheets are manufactured according to ASTM A240 and are handed over to the purchasers together with the full MTC, so that our buyers can get to use the materials of the necessary mechanical and chemical characteristics. UNS S30400 and UNS S30403 are obtained out of reputable mills and provide consistent future in ambient and moderately higher temperature conditions typical of food equipment, chemical processing and heat-exchanger components.
We are providing the SS 304 and SS 304L sheets in the popular sizes 1000mm, 1250mm, 1500mm and 2000mm wide with the thickness options as light-gauge sheet to be used in general fabrication and to the heavier plate sections used in tanks, vessels and industrial assemblies. The default sheet thickness is available in 1mm, 1.2mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, 3mm and more, and the plate could be of medium and heavy weights chosen in various engineering and construction industries. There are 2B, No 1, brushed and mirror finishes depending on the requirements of the application, as well as such options as perforated sheets, chequered plates and shim sheets.
We are an unaffected stockist who encourages cut-to-size supply and consistent supply of domestic and export orders. Our Stainless Steel 304 304L plates and sheets are reliable as far as weldability, corrosion resistance and versatility are concerned thus can be used in various industrial applications where durability, hygiene and compliance with specification issues are paramount.
What are Stainless Steel 304 304L Plates and Sheets?
Stainless Steel 304 304L plates and sheets are part of the austenitic stainless steel family that has diversity, longevity and great corrosion resistance. The standard 18/8 stainless steel with balanced mechanical strength, formability and weldability is Grade 304 (UNS S30400), and is used in general fabrication, food equipment, water systems and processing lines. Grade 304L (UNS S30403) provides the same performance with less carbon content and lowers carbide precipitation in the welding process and enhances reliability in applications that require a lot of welding or high-cleanliness.
These sheets and plates are made available in HR, CR, 2B and No 1 finishes and are commonly utilized in tanks, vessels, architectural components, heat-exchanger components and structural assemblies. The fact that they are stable in ambient temperature as well as moderate temperature conditions as well as the characteristics of being resistant to chemicals and moisture makes SS 304 304L a choice of preference in the engineering field, the industrial and commercial field.
Stainless Steel 304 304L Plates and Sheets Specifications (ASTM A240 / ASME SA240
| Category | Specification Details (304 / 304L) |
| Standards | ASTM A240, ASME SA240 |
| Grades | 304 (UNS S30400), 304L (UNS S30403) |
| Thickness Range | 1mm – 100mm (competitor consistent range) |
| Width Options | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1250mm, 1500mm, 2000mm (all competitors use these) |
| Length Options | 2000mm, 2440mm, 3000mm, 5800mm, 6000mm (seen across Navstar/Metline) |
| Surface Finishes | 2B, BA, No.1, No.4, 8K (mirror), checkered, embossed, hairline, brushed |
| Plate/Sheet Finish Type | Hot Rolled (HR), Cold Rolled (CR), 2B, 2D, BA finishes |
| Product Forms | Plates, Sheets, Coils, Foils, Rolls, Plain Sheet, Shim Sheet, Perforated Sheet, Chequered Plate, Strip |
| Edges Available | Mill Edge, Slit Edge, Square, Round, Rolled (common competitor data) |
| Processing Services | Shearing, Cutting to Size, Grinding, Deburring, Polishing (present in competitors like Metline) |
| Delivery Condition | With MTC EN 10204 3.1, third-party inspection available |
| Applications | Food equipment, tanks, vessels, heat exchangers, fabrication, chemical processing (consistent across all competitors) |
Manufacturer and Stockist of SS 304 304L Sheets Plates as per ASTM A240 with HR CR 2B and No 1 Finishes
Common Types of Stainless Steel 304 304L Plates and Sheets
SS 316 Hot Rolled Sheet
SS 316L Cold Rolled Sheet
SS 316 Hot Rolled Plate
SS 316L Cold Rolled Plate
SS 316 Coil
SS 316L Shim
Manufacturing Process of Stainless Steel 316 Sheets and Plates
Reheating Furnace
Scale Breaker
Finish Rolling
Cooling
Scale Breaker
Marking & Packing
Equivalent Grades of 316L Stainless Steel Sheets and Plates
| Grade | UNS | DIN | JIS | EN | AFNOR | BS |
| SS 316L | S31603 | 1.4404 / 1.4435 | SUS 316L | X2CrNiMo17-12-2 / X2CrNiMo18-14-3 | Z3CND17‐11‐02 / Z3CND18‐14‐03 | 316S11 / 316S13 |
Chemical Composition of ASTM A240/SA240 316L Stainless Steel Sheets and Plates
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | Fe |
| SS 316L | 0.035 max | 2.0 max | 1.0 max | 0.045 max | 1.0 max | 16.00 – 18.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 10.00 – 14.00 | 68.89 min |
Mechanical Properties of Stainless Steel UNS S31603 Sheets and Plates
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1399 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
Physical Properties of 316L Stainless Steel Sheets and Plates
| 316 | 316L | 316TI | |
| Density | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Melting Range,℃ | 1400 ℃ | 1400 ℃ | 1400 ℃ |
| Elongation % | 40 – 55 | 40 – 60 | 40 – 50 |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) | 515 | 485 | 515 |
| Yield Strength (Mpa) | 205 | 170 | 205 |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 201 | 201 | 201 |
316L Stainless Steel Sheet Thickness
| Thickness | Thickness | Size Range | Surface Area per Unit weight | Approx Weight per Sheet | ||
| inches | mm | lbs/ft² | kg/m² | lbs | kg | |
| 0.015 | 0.381 | 36 x 96 | 0.630 | 3.07566 | 15.12 | 6.84936 |
| 0.015 | 0.381 | 36 x 120 | 0.630 | 3.07566 | 18.90 | 8.5617 |
| 0.0178 | 0.45212 | 36 x 96 | 0.756 | 3.690792 | 18.15 | 8.22195 |
| 0.0178 | 0.45212 | 36 x 120 | 0.756 | 3.690792 | 22.68 | 10.27404 |
| 0.0178 | 0.45212 | 48 x 96 | 0.756 | 3.690792 | 24.19 | 10.95807 |
| 0.0178 | 0.45212 | 48 x 120 | 0.756 | 3.690792 | 30.24 | 13.69872 |
| 0.0235 | 0.5969 | 30 x 96 | 1.008 | 4.921056 | 20.16 | 9.13248 |
| 0.0235 | 0.5969 | 30 x 120 | 1.008 | 4.921056 | 25.20 | 11.4156 |
| 0.0235 | 0.5969 | 36 x 96 | 1.008 | 4.921056 | 24.19 | 10.95807 |
| 0.0235 | 0.5969 | 36 x 120 | 1.008 | 4.921056 | 30.24 | 13.69872 |
| 0.0235 | 0.5969 | 36 x 144 | 1.008 | 4.921056 | 36.29 | 16.43937 |
| 0.0235 | 0.5969 | 48 x 96 | 1.008 | 4.921056 | 32.26 | 14.61378 |
| 0.0235 | 0.5969 | 48 x 120 | 1.008 | 4.921056 | 40.32 | 18.26496 |
| 0.0235 | 0.5969 | 48 x 144 | 1.008 | 4.921056 | 48.39 | 21.92067 |
| 0.0291 | 0.73914 | 30 x 96 | 1.260 | 6.15132 | 25.20 | 11.4156 |
| 0.0291 | 0.73914 | 30 x 120 | 1.260 | 6.15132 | 31.50 | 14.2695 |
| 0.0291 | 0.73914 | 36 x 96 | 1.260 | 6.15132 | 30.24 | 13.69872 |
| 0.0291 | 0.73914 | 36 x 120 | 1.260 | 6.15132 | 37.80 | 17.1234 |
| 0.0291 | 0.73914 | 36 x 144 | 1.260 | 6.15132 | 45.37 | 20.55261 |
| 0.0291 | 0.73914 | 48 x 96 | 1.260 | 6.15132 | 40.32 | 18.26496 |
| 0.0291 | 0.73914 | 48 x 120 | 1.260 | 6.15132 | 50.41 | 22.83573 |
| 0.0291 | 0.73914 | 48 x 144 | 1.260 | 6.15132 | 60.49 | 27.40197 |
| 0.0355 | 0.9017 | 30 x 96 | 1.512 | 7.381584 | 30.24 | 13.69872 |
| 0.0355 | 0.9017 | 30 x 120 | 1.512 | 7.381584 | 37.80 | 17.1234 |
| 0.0355 | 0.9017 | 36 x 96 | 1.512 | 7.381584 | 36.29 | 16.43937 |
Available Thicknesses for Alloy 316/316L Sheets and Plates
| Available Thicknesses | |||||||||||
| 3/16″ | 1/4″ | 5/16″ | 3/8″ | 7/16″ | 1/2″ | 9/16″ | 5/8″ | 3/4″ | 7/8″ | 1″ | 1 1/8″ |
| 4.8mm | 6.3mm | 7.9mm | 9.5mm | 11.1mm | 12.7mm | 14.3mm | 15.9mm | 19mm | 22.2mm | 25.4mm | 28.6mm |
| 1 1/4″ | 1 3/8″ | 1 1/2″ | 1 5/8″ | 1 3/4″ | 2″ | 2 1/4″ | 2 1/2″ | 2 3/4″ | 3″ | 3 1/4″ | 3 1/2″ |
| 31.8mm | 34.9mm | 38.1mm | 41.3mm | 44.5mm | 50.8mm | 57.2mm | 63.5mm | 69.9mm | 76.2mm | 82.6mm | 88.9mm |
| 3 3/4″ | 4″ | 4 1/4″ | 4 1/2″ | 4 3/4″ | 5″ | 5 1/4″ | 5 1/2″ | 5 3/4″ | 6″ | ||
| 95.3mm | 101.6mm | 108mm | 114.3mm | 120.7mm | 127mm | 133.4mm | 139.7mm | 146.1mm | 152.4mm | ||
Other Types of Stainless Steel 316L Sheets and Plates
| Other Types | |
| ASTM A240 SS 316 Coil | 316 Stainless Steel HR Plate |
| SS 316 Chequered Plates | 316 Stainless Steel Sheet |
| Stainless Steel 316L 2D Finish Plates | SS 316L Shims |
| Stainless Steel 316 Bands | UNS S31600 SS Hot Rolled Plates |
| ASTM A240 SS 316 Slitting Coil | Stainless Steel 316 Chequered Plate |
| Stainless Steel 316L Hot Rolled Perforated Sheets | SS 316 Profile Cut Sheets |
| Stainless Steel 1.4401 Shims | ASME SA240 316 Stainless Steel Sheet |
| Stainless Steel 316 Checkered Plate | ASTM A240 Stainless Steel 316 CR Shim Sheets |
| Stainless Steel 316 Sheets Cut To Size | ASTM A240 SS 316 Finish Plate |
| 316L Jindal Stainless Steel Sheets | ASME SA240 SS 316 Cold Rolled Plate |
| Stainless Steel 316 Hot Rolled Steel Coil | ASME SA 240 SS 316 Strip |
| Stainless Steel 316L Shim | Steel 316 Strips |
| SS 316 2B Finish Plate | UNS S31603 HR Sheets |
| 316 Stainless Steel Hot Rolled Sheets | SUS 316 Checker Plate |
| SS 1.4404 Sheets | Stainless Steel 316L Matt PVC Sheet |
| Stainless Steel 316L Plate | SS 316L Bands |
| ASME SA240 SS 316 Shim Sheets | Jindal 316 Stainless Steel Plates |
| SS 316 Perforated Sheet | 316L SS Cold Rolled Coils |
| 316 SS CR Plate | SS 316 Coil HS Code |
Applications of Stainless Steel 316 and 316L Sheets and Plates
In industries where reliability of corrosion resistance, high strength and longevity of operations are important, stainless steel 316 and 316L sheets and plates are commonplace. Their ability to act in chloride-rich and chemical processing conditions is harsh and thus they qualify in a wide spectrum of critical applications.
- Marine parts, shipbuilding, pumps, and seawater moving systems.
- Reactors, pressure systems, acid resistant equipment, and chemical processing tanks.
- Lines of production and hygienic process environments of pharmaceutical production.
- Food and beverage equipment, conveyor, and wash-down equipment.
- Heat exchangers, evaporators, condensers and refinery equipment.
- Facades, decoration installations, interior panels, architectural cladding.
- Pipeline reinforcers, offshore platforms, and structural reinforcers.
- Low temperature stability and weldable high-temperature stainless steel
- Cryogenic and cryogenic welding.
Why Stellar Alloys for Stainless Steel 316/316L Sheets and Plates
Stellar Alloys is a preferred supplier among buyers that need a reliable source of 316 and 316L stainless steel sheets and plates which are of uniform quality and with true traceability. The supply capability is based on our reliable procurement, material certification and customer-focused strategy to serve EPC contractors, OEM manufacturers and industrial fabricators. We provide an entire selection of 316 stainless steel flat items, such as cut-to-size, polished sheets, mill-finish plates, and project-sourced stainless steel materials, to ASTM A240 and international manufacturing requirements.
Each and every batch is subjected to rigorous tests regarding surface consistency, dimensional stability and resistance to corrosion to see to it that it is fit to handle harsh conditions that are experienced in marine, chemical and structural applications. Our inventory of various thicknesses, finishes, and sheet/plate varieties is well structured; hence, we can accommodate any urgent schedule without affecting the quality.
Our experience in the industry, clear pricing, and reliable packaging benchmarks enable us to ensure that clients get their material in time without delays during procurement, as well as, getting material that can be utilized in the harsh environment. Our 316L fabrication sheets, 316 structural plates, or specialty stainless alloys, are available on a technical assurance, responsive service and steady supply basis, and make us a reliable supplier of long-term industrial projects.
Frequently Asked Questions About 316 / 316L Plates and Sheets
The stainless steel 316 sheets are more abundant in carbon than the stainless steel 316L sheets, which are low in carbon. It is weldable because of less carbon in 316L and also limits carbide formation, which is why 316L is preferred in structures, tanks, and pressure vessels that have to be welded.
Yes. Stainless steel plates 316 as well as 316L plates have molybdenum which makes them less vulnerable to chlorides and saltwater exposure. This causes them to be a favorite marine hardware, shipbuilding materials, and installation of coastlines structures.
The majority of the reputable suppliers offer 316/316L sheets and plates produced in accordance with ASTM A240/SA240. These standards guarantee correct chemical constituents, mechanical qualities, finish and dependability of dimensions in industrial applications.
All these are extensively employed in chemical processing plants, food and beverage machinery, heat exchanger systems, marine equipment, pharmaceutical units, and fabrication work where they has to be made out of stainless steel that is corrosion-free.
This has 2B, No.1, BA, HR, CR and polished as standard finishes. The selection will be determined by the purpose where 2B will be used in general fabrication and No.1 in the high temperature or structural application.
Even in the case of corrosive or chloride-intensive conditions, the 316 stainless steel sheets provide much better performance in comparison with the 304/304L plates and sheets. In 316, the supplementary molybdenum enhances both the pitting and the total performance.
Yes. 316L stainless steel plates have good mechanical stability and oxidation resistance even in high temperatures and thus, they can be used in heat exchangers, refinery systems, and other thermal processing equipment in industries.
