Stainless steel is the low carbon steel that offers many properties that are sought after for industrial applications. Stainless steel typically contains a minimum of 10% chromium by weight.
The material properties associated with stainless steel have made it a popular metal within a broad range of industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace and more. Within these industries, Stainless steel is versatile and is an effective choice for many applications.
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303, 304L, 316L, 410, 416, 440C, etc |
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Process |
CNC machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication |
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| Tolerance |
With drawing: as low as +/- 0.005 mm No drawing: ISO 2768 medium |
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| Applications |
Industrial applications, fittings, fasteners, cookware, medical devices |
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Finishing Options |
Black Oxide, Electropolishing, ENP, Media Blasting, Nickel Plating, Passivation, Powder Coating, Tumble Polishing, Zinc Plating |
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Yield Strength |
Elongation at Break |
Hardness | Density |
Maximum Temp |
| 303 Stainless Steel | 35,000 psi | 42.5% | Rockwell B95 | 0.29 lbs / cu. in. | 2550° F |
| 304L Stainless Steel | 30,000 psi | 50% | Rockwell B80 (medium) | 0.29 lbs / cu. in. | 1500° F |
| 316L Stainless Steel | 30,000 psi | 39% | Rockwell B95 | 0.29 lbs / cu. in. | 1500° F |
| 410 Stainless Steel | 65,000 psi | 30% | Rockwell B90 | 0.28 lbs / cu. in. | 1200° F |
| 416 Stainless Steel | 75,000 psi | 22.5% | Rockwell B80 | 0.28 lbs / cu. in. | 1200° F |
| 440C Stainless Steel | 110,000 psi | 8% | Rockwell C20 | 0.28 lbs / cu. in. | 800° F |
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Brushing | Brushing is a surface treatment process in which abrasive belts are used to draw traces on the surface of a material, usually for aesthetic purposes. | ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel | n/a | Stain | Learn more |
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Bead Blasting |
Bead blasting results in parts with a smooth surface with a matte texture. Used mainly for visual applications and can be followed by other surface treatments. |
ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steel |
n/a | Matte | Learn more |
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Powder Coating | Powder coating is a type of coating that is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. Unlike conventional liquid paint which is delivered via an evaporating solvent, powder coating is typically applied electrostatically and then cured under heat or with ultraviolet light. | Aluminum |
Black, any RAL code or Pantone number |
Gloss or semi-gloss |
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Painting | Painting involves spraying a layer of paint onto the surface of the part. Colors can be matched to a Pantone color number of the customer’s choosing, while finishes range from matte to gloss to metallic. | Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel | Custom | Gloss, semi-gloss, flat, metallic, textured | Learn more |
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Polishing |
Ranging from Ra 0.8~Ra0.1, polishing processes use an abrasive material to rub the part’s surface to make the shine more less shiny, depending on your requirements. |
All materials |
n/a |
Smooth, glossy finish |
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