Vipul Sheets and Plates is a reliable provider of Stainless Steel 304L Forgings in Delhi, India. SS 304L is a low-carbon variant of 304 stainless steel with enhanced weldability and low risk of intergranular corrosion. Our forged 304L components are made from high-strength steel and accurate forging techniques, providing superior mechanical strength and corrosion resistance. These forgings are perfect for chemical handling, pharmaceutical applications, and food processing where hygiene and non-reactivity are paramount. Vipul provides custom-forged rings, shafts, discs, and flanges with high dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and mechanical stability for a wide range of industries.
SS 304L includes 18–20% Chromium, 8–12% Nickel, and ≤0.03% Carbon. This composition enhances corrosion resistance, particularly following welding, by reducing carbide precipitation. It provides tensile strength of 485–620 MPa and yield strength of ~170 MPa with elongation of ~40%. The alloy contains high ductility, weldability, and toughness. It is not magnetic in the annealed state and retains performance over a broad temperature range. 304L forgings can be easily shaped and formed, and are well-suited for sanitary, structural, and pressure-handling applications.
| 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 304L | 0.035 max | 2.0 max | 1.0 max | 0.045 max | 0.03 max | 18 – 20 | – | 8 – 13 | – |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1400 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 304L | 1.4306 / 1.4307 | S30403 | SUS 304L | 3304S11 | 03Х18Н11 | Z3CN18‐10 | X2CrNi18-9 / X2CrNi19-11 |
Post-forging operations for Stainless Steel 304L include heat treatment, machining, surface finishing, and testing to ensure optimal strength, dimension accuracy, and corrosion resistance.
To determine if Stainless Steel 304L forgings meet your needs, review material certifications, perform quality checks, and ensure they meet required mechanical properties and dimensional standards.
After Stainless Steel 304L forgings, slow cooling in air or controlled environments is recommended to prevent cracking and ensure uniform grain structure and mechanical properties.
Stainless Steel 304L Forgings are employed for dairy and food processing equipment, drug manufacturing, and chemical storage vessels because they resist corrosion and are non-reactive. They are generally applied to flanges, valve parts, shafts, and support rings in cleanroom and sanitary environments. Their good weldability and low carbon level make them suitable for equipment that needs massive fabrication. In structural metals and building sectors, they are utilized for frames that bear loads and marine hardware. 304L forgings also find application in water treatment, petrochemicals, and piping systems that require strength as well as resistance to corrosion without compromising weldability.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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