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SS 304 non-magnetic sheets are austenitic stainless steel products known for their non-magnetic properties, making them ideal for applications in electronics, medical equipment, and environments sensitive to magnetic interference. These sheets offer excellent corrosion resistance, formability, and durability, compliant with ASME SA240 standards.
Gangsteel, a top manufacturer and exporter in China, specializes in SS 304 non-magnetic sheets, providing customized solutions for global clients. As a trusted supplier of ASME SA240 stainless steel plates,
Gangsteel ensures high-quality production with various surface finishes like 2B, BA, No.1, No.4, HL, and mirror polish, and standard specifications including thicknesses from 0.3mm to 100mm, widths of 1000mm to 2000mm, and lengths from 2000mm to 6000mm. This article explores the features, applications, and benefits of SS 304 non-magnetic sheets
SS 304 is an austenitic stainless steel grade that remains non-magnetic in its annealed state due to its stable austenite structure, which does not exhibit ferromagnetic properties. This makes it suitable for applications where magnetic fields could interfere with operations, such as MRI machines or electronic devices. The material contains 18–20% chromium and 8–10.5% nickel, providing robust corrosion resistance and mechanical strength.
Gangsteel’s SA240 Gr 304 non-magnetic sheets are produced under ASTM A240 stainless plate guidelines, ensuring low magnetic permeability (typically <1.02 μ) for sensitive environments.
The chemical composition of SS 304 is specified by ASME SA240 to maintain its non-magnetic characteristics and corrosion resistance. The table below details the elements:
|
Element |
SS 304 Composition |
Purpose |
|---|---|---|
|
Carbon (C) |
≤ 0.08% |
Enables strength while preserving non-magnetic properties. |
|
Chromium (Cr) |
18.0–20.0% |
Boosts corrosion and oxidation resistance. |
|
Nickel (Ni) |
8.0–10.5% |
Stabilizes austenite structure for non-magnetism and ductility. |
|
Manganese (Mn) |
≤ 2.0% |
Enhances formability and strength. |
|
Silicon (Si) |
≤ 0.75% |
Improves scaling resistance. |
|
Phosphorus (P) |
≤ 0.045% |
Limits impurities to ensure material purity. |
|
Sulfur (S) |
≤ 0.03% |
Reduces brittleness for better machinability. |
|
Nitrogen (N) |
≤ 0.10% |
Increases pitting resistance. |
Gangsteel ensures precise composition for SS 304 sheets, supporting JIS G 4304 stainless steel plate standards.
SS 304 non-magnetic sheets provide balanced mechanical properties for fabrication and use in sensitive applications. The table below summarizes these as per ASME SA240:
|
Property |
SS 304 Value |
Description |
|---|---|---|
|
Tensile Strength (min) |
515 MPa (75 ksi) |
Maximum load the sheet can handle before failure. |
|
Yield Strength (min) |
205 MPa (30 ksi) |
Point of permanent deformation (0.2% offset). |
|
Elongation (min) |
40% (in 2 inches) |
Ductility measure for forming without cracking. |
|
Hardness (max) |
201 HBW (Brinell) or 92 HRB (Rockwell B) |
Resistance to wear and deformation. |
|
Density |
7.93 g/cm³ (7930 kg/m³) |
Key for weight estimates in design. |
These properties ensure SS 304 sheets outperform alternatives like SA240 Gr 201 in non-magnetic scenarios.
SS 304 has international equivalents that share similar non-magnetic and corrosion-resistant traits. The table below lists common equivalents:
|
Standard |
Equivalent Grade |
Description |
|---|---|---|
|
UNS |
S30400 |
Global identifier for seamless material sourcing. |
|
EN/DIN |
1.4301 |
European equivalent with comparable non-magnetism. |
|
JIS |
SUS304 |
Japanese grade for Asian manufacturing compatibility. |
|
ISO |
X5CrNi18-10 |
International standard for worldwide applications. |
|
GB (China) |
0Cr18Ni9 |
Chinese equivalent often used in domestic projects. |
Gangsteel’s SS 304 sheets align with these equivalents, facilitating ASTM A 959 stainless steel plates integration.
SS 304 non-magnetic sheets are essential in industries avoiding magnetic interference. The table below highlights applications:
|
Industry |
Application |
Related Products |
|---|---|---|
|
Electronics |
Components like enclosures and shielding in sensitive devices. |
|
|
Medical |
MRI rooms, surgical tools, and implants requiring non-magnetism. |
|
|
Food Processing |
Non-reactive surfaces for equipment avoiding magnetic contamination. |
|
|
Aerospace |
Parts in navigation systems and sensors. |
Gangsteel’s ASME SA 213/SA 213M stainless pipes enhance compatibility with these sheets.
The density of SS 304 is 7.93 g/cm³ (7930 kg/m³). To calculate sheet weight:
Weight (kg) = Density (kg/m³) × Volume (m³)
Volume (m³) = Length (m) × Width (m) × Thickness (m)
Example:
This aids planning for SA240 Gr 304 or equivalents like SA240 Gr 310S.
SS 304 offers non-magnetic advantages over ferritic grades. The table below compares it with Gangsteel offerings:
|
Grade |
Key Features |
Best Use Case |
|---|---|---|
|
Non-magnetic, corrosion-resistant. |
Electronics, medical devices. |
|
|
Low carbon, better weldability. |
Welded non-magnetic structures. |
|
|
Molybdenum for enhanced resistance. |
Marine non-magnetic applications. |
|
|
Magnetic, lower cost. |
General use where magnetism is acceptable. |
Gangsteel’s nickel alloy steel plates provide options for advanced needs.
Gangsteel, a leading stainless solution provider in China, excels in SS 304 non-magnetic sheets with:
SS 304 non-magnetic sheets are perfect for electronics, medical, and food industries, offering non-magnetism with various surface states (2B, BA, No.1, No.4, HL, mirror) and specs (thickness 0.3mm–100mm, width 1000mm–2000mm, length 2000mm–6000mm). With robust composition and properties, they excel in sensitive applications. Gangsteel’s solutions in China, including SA240 Gr 316L and SA240 Gr 904L, ensure quality. Contact Gangsteel for UNS stainless steel plates tailored to your needs.
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