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How Thick Is 430 Stainless Steel?

430 stainless steel (AISI 430 / UNS S43000 / SUS430 / 1.4016 / X6Cr17) is produced in a very wide range of thicknesses depending on the form (coil, sheet, plate) and the intended application. There is no single "standard" thickness — it varies from ultra-thin foil to heavy plate.

Gangsteel supplies 430 stainless steel from top Chinese mills (including genuine Yongjin Mill material) in the following practical thickness ranges that are most commonly requested by customers worldwide:

Typical Thickness Ranges for 430 Stainless Steel

Form

Common Thickness Range

Popular Gauges (inches)

Popular Gauges (mm)

Typical Tolerance (±)

Common Applications

Ultra-thin coil/strip

0.10 – 0.50 mm

30–24 gauge

0.25–0.50 mm

±0.01–0.03 mm

Trim, decorative foil, electronics, gaskets

Standard cold-rolled coil/sheet

0.25 – 3.0 mm

28–11 gauge

0.3–3.0 mm

±0.03–0.08 mm

Appliances, kitchenware, automotive trim, cladding

Thicker cold-rolled / hot-rolled plate

3.0 – 6.0 mm (up to 12 mm possible)

10–¼ inch

3.0–6.0 mm

±0.10–0.20 mm

Structural supports, heavy cladding, industrial parts

Heavy plate (hot-rolled)

6.0 mm – 50 mm+

¼ inch and thicker

6.0 mm+

±0.30 mm or more

Heavy fabrication, tanks, frames (less common for 430)

 

Most Popular Thicknesses for 430 (What We Sell Most)

From our actual export orders, these are the thicknesses customers order most often for 430 cold rolled stainless steel:

  • 0.5 mm(≈ 24 gauge) — very common for appliance panels and light trim
  • 0.6–0.8 mm(≈ 22–20 gauge) — popular for refrigerator doors, range hoods, sinks
  • 1.0 mm(≈ 18–19 gauge) — standard for kitchen countertops, cabinet fronts
  • 1.2–1.5 mm(≈ 16–14 gauge) — used for heavier cladding, structural trim
  • 2.0 mm(≈ 14 gauge) — common for industrial guards and thicker panels

 

Thickness Tolerances (Typical for Cold Rolled 430)

Gangsteel guarantees tight tolerances on all 430 cold rolled material:

Thickness Range (mm)

Standard Tolerance (± mm)

Precision Tolerance (available)

0.25 – 0.50

±0.020 – ±0.030

±0.010 – ±0.015

0.50 – 1.00

±0.030 – ±0.050

±0.015 – ±0.025

1.00 – 3.0

±0.040 – ±0.080

±0.020 – ±0.040

3.0 – 6.0

±0.10 – ±0.20

±0.05 – ±0.10

We can achieve even tighter tolerances on request for high-precision applications.

 

Why Thickness Matters for 430 Stainless Steel

  • Thinner gauges (0.3–0.8 mm) → lightweight, deep-drawable, ideal for appliance panels and kitchenware
  • Medium gauges (1.0–2.0 mm) → balanced strength and formability, perfect for cladding, furniture, and hardware
  • Thicker gauges (2.0–6.0 mm) → structural rigidity for guards, frames, and heavy trim

All thicknesses maintain 430’s key advantages:

  • Nickel-free → stable pricing
  • High thermal conductivity → even heating
  • Low thermal expansion → minimal warping
  • Full magnetism → easy handling

For detailed product pages with available thicknesses and finishes, please see our:

 

Available Thickness Range from Gangsteel

We supply 430 stainless steel in the following practical range:

  • Ultra-thin— 0.25–0.50 mm (decorative foil, trim)
  • Standard cold-rolled— 0.50–3.0 mm (most common for sheet and coil)
  • Thicker plate— 3.0–6.0 mm (structural, heavy cladding)

Custom thickness (any increment) and precision tolerances are available on request.

 

Contact our technical sales team today for current pricing on your required thickness, free samples, or a custom quotation. Whether you need 0.5 mm for appliance panels or 2.0 mm for structural cladding, Gangsteel can supply genuine Yongjin Mill 430 at factory prices with fast delivery.

Let us know your target thickness, width, finish, and volume — we’ll give you a firm offer and help you optimize for your specific application.

We look forward to supporting your success.

 

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