| Grade |
Characteristics |
Applications
|
| 304* |
Better welding
Characteristics with good formability and general corrosion resistance.
Susceptible to intergranular corrosion. |
Coil Form/Sheet |
| 304L* |
Extra Low –
carbon, no danger of intergranular corrosion during service, welding or
stress-relieving when used below 430oC, Good corrosion and oxidation
resistance. |
Injectable needles
and capillary tubings. |
| 316* |
Best corrosion
resistance in phosphoric, acetic and dilute sulphuric acid, sulphurous
and halogen salt water and against pitting corrosion. |
Engine gaskets,
flexible hoses, process plant and paper industries equipment. |
| 316L* |
Extra Low carbon,
no danger of intergranular corrosion when used below 430oC, highly
corrosion resistant, weldable and resistant to sensitisation. |
Process plant parts
particularly in thick sections. |
| 317* |
Increased corrosion
resistance than Grade 316. |
Process plant parts
particularly in thick sections. |
| 321* |
Stabilized 18:8 ,
virtually free from intergranular attack in corrosive media upto 810oC.
Weldable and resistant to sensitization. Good corrosion and oxidation
resistance |
Heater elements ,
process plant, furnace parts and high temperature tubes. |
| 347* |
Stabilized 18:8 ,
better than Grade 321 |
- |
| J-1* |
Exhibiting high
strength, good formability,weldability , formability and reasonably good
corrosion resistance. Cost effective alternative to 18/8 type |
Deep Drawn
Utensils, Kitchen Sinks, Spin Drier of Washing Machines, Microwave
Ovens, Electrical Appliances, Auto Accessories, Door/ Window Frame |
| J-4* |
Exhibiting high
strength, good formability,weldability , formability and reasonably good
corrosion resistance. Cost effective alternative to 18/8 type |
Shallow / Medium
Drawn Utensils, Kitchen Ware, Container Lids, Dog Pots, Dustbin, Steel
Furniture, Products Display Stand, Gift Items. |
ERW
Black & Galvanized Pipes
Pipe
Fittings & Steel Valves
Stainless
Steel Coils & Strips
Grade Wise Application 
