El acero 304 a menudo se conoce como acero inoxidable de "grado alimenticio", ya que no es reactivo con la mayoría de los ácidos orgánicos y se utiliza en la industria de procesamiento de alimentos. Su excelente soldabilidad, maquinabilidad y trabajabilidad se adapta a estos aceros inoxidables para aplicaciones que requieren un nivel de resistencia a la corrosión, así como la complejidad. Como resultado, 304 ha encontrado muchos usos, tales como:
kitchen equipment (sinks, cutlery, splashbacks)
tubing of various types
food equipment (brewers, pasteurizers, mixers, etc.)
pharmaceutical processing equipment
hypodermic needles
pots and pans
dyeing equipment
as well as other uses.
through this list, it is clear that 304 steel is effective in many different areas. its excellent working characteristics, combined with its extensive history and availability make it a great first choice when choosing a stainless steel. as always, contact your supplier to determine how your specifications can be met, and to see if 304 steel is the right metal for the job.