ASTM A240 304L is a type 304L stainless steel manufactured according to ASTM A240 standard. 304L is a low-carbon version of 304 stainless steel, because of its low carbon content, it does not need to be annealed after welding, especially for the manufacture of thick specification parts (about 5mm and above).
ASTM A240 304L Features:
Corrosion resistance: Under general atmospheric conditions, ASTM A240 304L stainless steel is resistant to most organic acids, inorganic acids and salt solutions.
Oxidation resistance: Due to the high amount of nickel, it shows excellent antioxidant capacity and is suitable for use in high temperature environments.
Processing performance: The material has good plasticity and weldability, and can be formed by a variety of processing methods, so it has been widely used in the industrial field.
High strength and mechanical properties: After proper heat treatment, ASTM A240 304L stainless steel can achieve high strength and tensile properties, while maintaining its toughness and ductility at low temperatures.
Regarding the delivery status of ASTM A240 304L stainless steel, this usually depends on the agreement between the supplier and the buyer, as well as the end use of the material. It may be delivered in hot rolled, cold rolled, annealed or other specific conditions to meet customer needs.
The mechanical properties of ASTM A240 304L stainless steel are excellent. The tensile strength is usually 520 MPa or more, the yield strength is 205 MPa or more, and the elongation is at least 40%. These characteristics make the material show good stability and reliability under various stresses and loads.
ASTM A240 304L stainless steel is widely used in many industries including chemical, construction, and energy. In the chemical industry, it is often used to make corrosion-resistant equipment and containers; In the construction industry, it is used to make interior decoration materials, sinks and pipes, etc. In the energy industry, it is used in the manufacture of equipment for nuclear power plants, petrochemicals and thermal power plants.
