Difference Between stainless steel 316 and 304 - thyssenkrupp Materials (UK) (2024)

Most of the applications of stainless steel 304 are attributed to its high concentration of Chromium which gives the alloy excellent corrosion resistance. These applications include:

· In making kitchen appliances like refrigerators and dishwashers

· Used to make heat exchangers

· Used in commercial food processing equipment and kitchen fittings like sinks and splashbacks

· Used to make saucepans, cutlery and flatware

· Architectural paneling

· In making nuts, bolts, screws and nuts

· Used in making brewery, food, and pharmaceutical production equipment

Generally, Stainless steel is used in applications that would corrode standard carbon steel.