Starc Metals stands out as a leading manufacturer and supplier located in Canberra, Australia, with a focus on high-quality Stainless Steel 304 Forgings. Renowned for their precision engineering and cutting-edge manufacturing methods, Starc Metals ensures that their forgings adhere to international standards, delivering reliable performance even in the toughest industrial settings. They cater to a variety of sectors, including chemical, petrochemical, marine, food processing, and construction, offering stainless steel forgings that are celebrated for their strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Starc Metals has built a reputation as a dependable provider of stainless steel solutions, guaranteeing long-lasting performance and reliability across the globe.
Stainless Steel 304 Forgings are primarily made up of chromium (18–20%) and nickel (8–10.5%), along with trace amounts of manganese, silicon, and low carbon content to enhance weldability. In terms of mechanical properties, they boast a minimum tensile strength of 515 MPa, a yield strength of 205 MPa, and an elongation of about 40%. This alloy is known for its excellent toughness, ductility, and corrosion resistance, maintaining its structural integrity even in harsh industrial and marine conditions, making it perfect for critical forging applications that demand strength and long-term durability.
| Specifications | ASTM A182, ASME SA182 |
|---|---|
| Standard | DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards |
| Flat bar blocks | up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs |
| Cylinders and sleeves | up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length |
| Discs and hubs | up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs |
| Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings | up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length |
| Rounds, shafts and step shafts | up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs |
| Forging Types | Impression Die Forging, Open Die Forging, Seamless Rolled Forging, Hot Forging, Cold Forging, Open die hammer forging, Impression die drop forging, Closed Die Forging, Press Forging, Upset Forging, Compression Forging, Swaging, Rotary Forging, Roll forging. |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 304 | 0.08 max | 2 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 18 – 20 | – | 8 – 11 | – |
| (UNS) | Tensile Strength (MPa) ≥ | Yield Strength ≥ (MPa) at 0.2% Offset | Elongation in 50 mm (%, ≥) | Reduction of Area, %, ≥ | Brinell Hardness (HBW) ≤ | Rockwell Hardness (HRBW) ≤ | Product | Condition |
| 304 (UNS S30400) | 515 | 205 | 40 | – | 201 | 92 | Plate, Sheet, and Strip | – |
| 515 | 205 | 40 | 50 | – | – | Bars and Shapes | Hot finished | |
| 620 | 310 | 30 | 40 | – | – | Cold finished, Dia ≤ 12.7mm | ||
| 515 | 205 | 30 | 40 | – | – | Cold finished, Dia. > 12.7mm |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 304 | 1.4301 | S30400 | SUS 304 | 304S31 | 08Х18Н10 | Z7CN18‐09 | X5CrNi18-10 |
Yes, Stainless Steel 304 forgings can be customized into various shapes through precise forging techniques, offering flexibility for different industrial applications and design requirements.
The ideal temperature range for forging Stainless Steel 304 is between 2100°F to 2300°F (1149°C to 1260°C) to ensure optimal malleability and strength.
These Stainless Steel 304 Forgings find extensive use in applications that require exceptional strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion. They are particularly well-suited for chemical processing equipment, pressure vessels, marine hardware, heat exchangers, and food processing machinery. Additionally, they are utilized in pipelines, flanges, valves, and structural components that face challenging environments. The blend of mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and outstanding formability makes 304 forgings ideal for industrial, commercial, and structural applications where reliability, safety, and long-lasting performance are essential.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Starc Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Canberra, Australia
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