02 · Stainless Steel

Stainless steel sheet, coil and plate

Imperial values are converted from metric; section and sheet designations stay metric.

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Stainless Steel

Austenitic, ferritic and duplex stainless in flat, decorative, tubular and bar forms. Grades by AISI / ASTM with EN numbers.

Cold-rolled sheet and coil, hot-rolled plate, cut-to-size.

Grade selector — PREN = Cr + 3.3 Mo + 16 N, indicative
Grade	EN no.	PREN	Where it fits
304	1.4301	≈19	Interiors, kitchens, general architectural work
304L	1.4307	≈19	Heavy welded assemblies — low carbon
316	1.4401	≈24	Exterior, coastal and splash-zone exposure
316L	1.4404	≈24	Welded exterior and coastal assemblies
430	1.4016	≈17	Interior decorative only — not for exterior
2205	1.4462	≈35	Severe marine exposure, high strength (duplex)

Surface finishes — specify 2K satin for coastal exteriors
Finish	EN 10088-2	Appearance	Typical use
1D	1D	Dull, hot-rolled texture	Plate, base plates, structural parts
	2B	Smooth, semi-bright	General fabrication, tanks, hidden parts
	2R	Bright, reflective	Trims, reflectors, decorative panels
	2J	Brushed, directional	Kitchens, lift cars, cladding
HL	2J	Continuous hairline	Lifts, doors, trims, signage
No.8	2P	Mirror	Feature panels, ceilings, soffits

Thickness: CR 0.3–6.0 mm · plate 3–100 mm (typical)CR 0.012–0.236 in · plate 0.118–3.94 in (typical)
Sizes: 1219×2438 · 1250×2500 · 1500×3000

SPECIFY ASSS-SC · 316L (1.4404) · No.4 / 2J · 1.5 × 1250 × 2500 mm · PE film 1 side · ASTM A240 · EN 10204 3.1 · 60 sheets