SS 304 Precision StripASTM A240 · ASTM A666 / A480 · Manufacturer, stockist & exporter, India
AISI 304 · UNS S30400
An SS 304 precision strip is thin strip with close thickness tolerance, made from SS 304 to ASTM A240. Precision strip is used for springs, gaskets, electronics and precision components.
- ASTM A240
- ASTM A666 / A480
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
- Export packing
Reviewed by the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical team · Updated October 2026
What is an SS 304 Precision Strip?
- What it is
- Thin strip with close thickness tolerance
- Material
- ASTM A240
- Dimensions
- ASTM A666 / A480
- Grade
- SS 304 · UNS S30400
- Best at
- General corrosion resistance, food, water and architectural work
SS 304 Precision Strip Specification
| Product | SS 304 Precision Strip |
|---|---|
| Material standard | ASTM A240 |
| Dimensional standard | ASTM A666 / A480 |
| Thickness | 0.1 – 6 mm by route |
| Width | Mill width or slit to order |
| Testing | PMI · dimensional · NDT and IGC on request |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 · 3.2 with third-party inspection |
When to Choose a Precision Strip
Precision strip is used for springs, gaskets, electronics and precision components.
- Thin gauges
- Tight tolerances
- Hardness to order
More on choosing: Precision strip guide.
SS 304 Precision Strip: Why 304 for precision strips
Precision strip is used for springs, gaskets, electronics and precision components. In SS 304, the choice usually comes down to the medium and temperature — the rows here are the points buyers check for this exact combination.
| Why this grade | Stainless coil feeds stamping, tube-making and roll-forming lines. SS 304 is picked for general corrosion resistance, food, water and architectural work. |
|---|---|
| Typical service | Food & dairy — Tanks, piping and equipment that must be cleaned daily. |
SS 304 Precision Strip Chemical Composition
| Element | Weight % |
|---|---|
| Chromium | 17.5 – 19.5 |
| Nickel | 8.0 – 10.5 |
| Carbon | 0.07 max |
| Manganese | 2.00 max |
| Silicon | 0.75 max |
| Nitrogen | 0.10 max |
| Phosphorus | 0.045 max |
| Sulphur | 0.030 max |
SS 304 Precision Strip Mechanical Properties
| Annealed plate & sheet | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 515 MPa · 75 ksi |
| Yield strength 0.2% | 205 MPa · 30 ksi |
| Elongation | 40% |
| Hardness | 201 HB max |
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the SS 304 grade page.
SS 304 Precision Strips for export
FOB / CIF · Nhava Sheva (JNPT), MumbaiSS 304 Precision Strip — questions buyers ask
What thicknesses are available?
Commonly 0.05 – 1.5 mm, with hardness from annealed to full hard.
Which standard covers SS 304 precision strips?
The material is ASTM A240; dimensions follow ASTM A666 / A480. Always state both on your purchase order, with the edition if your project specifies one.
What decides the price of a SS 304 precision strip?
The alloy price, the size and dimensions, quantity, and the testing and documents required. Send your list and we quote the same working day.
What documents do you supply?
EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates as standard, 3.2 with third-party inspection on request, plus dimensional and PMI reports.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026