Stainless Steel Plates
Stainless steel plates are thick, flat sheets primarily used in structural applications where durability and load-bearing capability are essential. They are often used in the fabrication of pressure vessels, tanks, marine equipment, and heavy-duty industrial platforms. Plates are available in hot-rolled or cold-rolled forms, with hot-rolled plates offering better strength and cold-rolled plates having a smoother finish. Unlike fittings and flanges, plates are often cut and custom-shaped into specific designs using plasma cutting, laser cutting, or water jet techniques. They can also be coated or clad for additional resistance to abrasion, chemicals, or extreme temperatures, depending on their end-use.
Stainless Steel Plates - Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Form | Hot Rolled Plate, Cold Rolled Plate, Quarto Plate, Cut-to-Length Sheet |
| Thickness Range | 3 mm to 100 mm (standard); up to 150 mm or more upon request |
| Width Range | 1000 mm to 2500 mm |
| Length Range | 2000 mm to 6000 mm (custom lengths available) |
| Material Grades | 301, 302, 303, 304, 304L, 305, 309, 309S, 310, 310S, 314, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 317, 317L, 321, 321H, 347, 347H, 409, 409L, 410, 410S, 416, 420, 430, 434, 436, 440A, 440B, 440C, 444 |
| Standards | ASTM A240 / A480, ASME SA240, EN 10088-2, JIS G4304, DIN 17460 |
| Surface Finishes | No.1 (Hot Rolled, Annealed & Pickled), 2B (Cold Rolled), BA (Bright Annealed), No. 4 (Brushed), HL (Hairline), Mirror No. 8 |
| Edge Condition | Mill Edge, Sheared Edge, Plasma Cut, Water Jet Cut |
| Tolerances | As per ASTM A480 or customer specification |
| Heat Treatment | Annealed, Solution Annealed, Stress Relieved |
| Applications | Pressure vessels, tanks, heat exchangers, marine structures, chemical processing, architectural panels, food & pharma equipment |
| Testing & Certification | EN 10204 3.1/3.2, PMI Test, Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Hardness Test, IGC Test |
Finishes Of SS plates
| Finish Type | Surface Description | Applications |
|---|---|---|
| No. 1 | Dull, rough, hot rolled, annealed, and pickled | Industrial equipment, boilers, pressure vessels |
| 2B | Smooth, dull grey, cold rolled, annealed, pickled, and lightly skin passed | General purpose, kitchen equipment, tanks, architectural uses |
| BA (Bright Annealed) | Bright, mirror-like, cold rolled, annealed in a controlled atmosphere | Kitchen appliances, architectural panels, automotive trim |
| No. 4 | Brushed finish with fine polishing lines | Elevators, kitchen equipment, decorative panels |
| No. 8 (Mirror) | Highly reflective, mirror-like polished surface | Decorative applications, signage, wall panels, trims |
| Hairline | Continuous polished lines in one direction | Interior design, architecture, elevators |
| Satin / Matte | Smooth, non-reflective surface | Appliances, architecture, interior design |
| Etched | Patterned or textured via chemical or laser etching | Decorative panels, signage, building facades |
| Bead Blasted | Matte surface created by blasting with glass beads | Architectural cladding, decorative uses |
| Embossed | Raised patterns or textures | Wall panels, elevators, anti-slip flooring |