304 CNC Machining
Custom 304 CNC machined parts for prototypes and production, with fast turnaround from RapidDirect.
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Start Creating →304 stainless steel is a versatile, widely used austenitic grade. It combines excellent corrosion resistance with formability and weldability for chemical, food processing, enclosure, and general industrial applications.
304 stainless steel is a versatile, widely used austenitic grade. It combines excellent corrosion resistance with formability and weldability for chemical, food processing, enclosure, and general industrial applications.
Selection note: 304 balances corrosion resistance, formability, and weldability across a broad range of stainless steel components.
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Custom 304 CNC machined parts for prototypes and production, with fast turnaround from RapidDirect.
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Custom 304 sheet metal parts, cut, bent, and finished by RapidDirect for prototypes and production.
Explore 304 Sheet Metal Fabrication →| Tensile strength, yield | 215–505 MPa |
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| Fatigue strength | 240–300 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 40–70 % |
| Hardness | 170–220 Brinell |
| Density | 7.90 g/cm³ |
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Explore 304 properties, applications, and manufacturing options.
304 stainless steel is a versatile, widely used austenitic grade. It combines excellent corrosion resistance with formability and weldability for chemical, food processing, enclosure, and general industrial applications.
RapidDirect lists yield strength of 215–505 MPa, fatigue strength of 240–300 MPa, elongation of 40–70%, Brinell hardness of 170–220, and density of 7.90 g/cm³.
304 stainless steel is used in chemical and food processing, enclosures, panels, cabinets, and industrial components.
Yes. RapidDirect CNC machines custom stainless steel prototypes and production parts in this grade.