Chuck Metals stands out as a leading manufacturer and supplier of Stainless Steel 304 Forgings in Singapore, offering robust and precision-crafted forging solutions throughout Pulau Ujong. Stainless Steel 304 is a popular austenitic alloy celebrated for its remarkable corrosion resistance, impressive strength, and excellent workability. Components forged from this material boast superior toughness and precise dimensions, making them perfect for critical applications. Chuck Metals provides these forgings in a variety of shapes and sizes, meeting global standards like ASTM A182 to ensure top-notch performance and reliability for industrial, structural, and mechanical needs.
Typically, Stainless Steel 304 forgings consist of 18–20% chromium, 8–10.5% nickel, and up to 0.08% carbon. This blend gives the alloy outstanding resistance to corrosion and oxidation, even in mildly aggressive environments. The material showcases a tensile strength of around 515 MPa, a yield strength of about 205 MPa, and an elongation of roughly 40%, striking a great balance between strength and ductility. These characteristics, along with good thermal resistance, make it suitable for a wide array of operating conditions.
| Specifications | ASTM A182, ASME SA182 |
|---|---|
| Standard | DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards |
| Flat bar blocks | up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs |
| Cylinders and sleeves | up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length |
| Discs and hubs | up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs |
| Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings | up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length |
| Rounds, shafts and step shafts | up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs |
| Forging Types | Impression Die Forging, Open Die Forging, Seamless Rolled Forging, Hot Forging, Cold Forging, Open die hammer forging, Impression die drop forging, Closed Die Forging, Press Forging, Upset Forging, Compression Forging, Swaging, Rotary Forging, Roll forging. |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 304 | 0.08 max | 2 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 18 – 20 | – | 8 – 11 | – |
| (UNS) | Tensile Strength (MPa) ≥ | Yield Strength ≥ (MPa) at 0.2% Offset | Elongation in 50 mm (%, ≥) | Reduction of Area, %, ≥ | Brinell Hardness (HBW) ≤ | Rockwell Hardness (HRBW) ≤ | Product | Condition |
| 304 (UNS S30400) | 515 | 205 | 40 | – | 201 | 92 | Plate, Sheet, and Strip | – |
| 515 | 205 | 40 | 50 | – | – | Bars and Shapes | Hot finished | |
| 620 | 310 | 30 | 40 | – | – | Cold finished, Dia ≤ 12.7mm | ||
| 515 | 205 | 30 | 40 | – | – | Cold finished, Dia. > 12.7mm |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 304 | 1.4301 | S30400 | SUS 304 | 304S31 | 08Х18Н10 | Z7CN18‐09 | X5CrNi18-10 |
Yes, Stainless Steel 304 forgings can be customized into various shapes through precise forging techniques, offering flexibility for different industrial applications and design requirements.
The ideal temperature range for forging Stainless Steel 304 is between 2100°F to 2300°F (1149°C to 1260°C) to ensure optimal malleability and strength.
You’ll find Stainless Steel 304 forgings commonly used in pressure vessels, valves, flanges, pumps, and machinery components, particularly in sectors like food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and marine. Their excellent formability and weldability allow for tailored configurations in both standard and intricate designs. The material’s resistance to corrosion and oxidation guarantees a long service life, even when exposed to moisture, chemicals, and fluctuating temperatures. Whether it’s for sanitary equipment or heavy-duty mechanical parts, 304 stainless steel forgings offer a dependable, cost-effective solution for numerous industrial applications.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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