L'acier 304 est souvent appelé acier inoxydable «de qualité alimentaire», car il ne réagit pas avec la plupart des acides organiques et est utilisé dans l'industrie de transformation des aliments. Son excellente soudabilité, usinabilité, et usinabilité adapte ces aciers inoxydables aux applications qui exigent un niveau de résistance à la corrosion aussi bien que de complexité. En conséquence, 304 a trouvé de nombreuses utilisations, telles que:
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.