Desta Steel, a reputable stainless steel manufacturer and supplier located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, has built a solid reputation for delivering top-notch steel products that adhere to international performance standards. One of their standout offerings, the Stainless Steel 304L Forgings, is particularly prized for its remarkable corrosion resistance, strength, and weldability. Crafted with cutting-edge forging technology and rigorous quality controls, these products boast exceptional mechanical integrity and durability. Desta Steel is committed to ensuring precision and consistency in every forging, making their 304L stainless steel products perfect for critical applications in various industries, including construction, petrochemical, food processing, and power generation.
Stainless Steel 304L Forgings are a type of low-carbon austenitic stainless steel made up of iron, 18–20% chromium, and 8–12% nickel, with a maximum carbon content of just 0.03%. This low carbon level helps to prevent carbide precipitation during welding, which in turn boosts both corrosion resistance and structural stability. Typically, these forgings have a tensile strength of about 485 MPa and a yield strength close to 170 MPa, showcasing excellent toughness and ductility. They are known for their remarkable resistance to oxidation and chemical attacks, retain their mechanical strength even at high temperatures, and are easy to machine, form, and weld, making them ideal for a variety of industrial 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.
Desta Steel’s Stainless Steel 304L Forgings are a go-to choice in industries that demand exceptional corrosion resistance and strength. You’ll find these forgings in a variety of applications, such as fittings, flanges, valves, pressure vessels, and pump components, especially in chemical, food, and pharmaceutical processing settings. Their durability and resistance to oxidation also make them ideal for marine, architectural, and heat exchanger systems. Plus, they perform well in both low and moderately high-temperature environments. With reliable performance, a great finish, and a long service life, Desta Steel’s 304L Forgings are the preferred option for precision-engineered components across a wide range of industrial and structural applications.
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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