SS 304 UnionASTM A182 · MSS SP-83 · Manufacturer, trader & exporter, India
AISI 304 · UNS S30400
An SS 304 union is a three-piece forged fitting that joins pipes and can be taken apart, made from SS 304 to ASTM A182 F304. Unions let a small-bore line be disconnected for maintenance without cutting. Made to MSS SP-83 in threaded or socket-weld ends.
- ASTM A182
- MSS SP-83
- 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 Union?
- What it is
- A three-piece forged fitting that joins pipes and can be taken apart
- Material
- ASTM A182 F304
- Dimensions
- MSS SP-83
- Grade
- SS 304 · UNS S30400
- Best at
- General corrosion resistance, food, water and architectural work
SS 304 Union Specification
| Product | SS 304 Union |
|---|---|
| Material standard | ASTM A182 F304 |
| Dimensional standard | MSS SP-83 |
| Sizes | ⅛" – 4" (ASME B16.11) |
| Wall / class | Class 2000 / 3000 / 6000 / 9000 |
| Ends | Socket weld · NPT threaded |
| Testing | PMI (as specified in the PO) · dimensional · NDT and IGC on request |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 on request / as specified in the PO |
When to Choose an Union
Unions let a small-bore line be disconnected for maintenance without cutting. Made to MSS SP-83 in threaded or socket-weld ends.
- Three pieces: nut, male and female ends
- Threaded or socket weld
- Class 3000 / 6000
More on choosing: Union guide.
SS 304 Union: Why 304 for unions
Unions let a small-bore line be disconnected for maintenance without cutting. Made to MSS SP-83 in threaded or socket-weld ends. 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 fittings keep the line clean and corrosion-free. 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. |
| Welding to carbon steel | ER309L (or E309L electrode) is the usual filler when joining it to carbon steel |
| Matching filler | ER308 / ER308L (AWS A5.9) |
SS 304 Union Chemical Composition
Under technical review for TDS.
| Element | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Chromium | As specified |
| Nickel | As specified |
| Carbon | As specified |
| Manganese | As specified |
| Silicon | As specified |
| Nitrogen | As specified |
| Phosphorus | As specified |
| Sulphur | As specified |
Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification to be verified: ASTM A240 for UNS S30400.
SS 304 Union Mechanical Properties
Under technical review for TDS.
| Property | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | As specified |
| Yield strength 0.2% | As specified |
| Elongation | As specified |
| Hardness | As specified |
Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification and condition to be verified: ASTM A240 for UNS S30400 — Annealed plate & sheet.
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the SS 304 grade page.
Other SS 304 pipe fittings
SS 304 Union — questions buyers ask
Can unions be used in high-pressure lines?
Class 3000 and 6000 unions are rated for high pressure on small bores, but many codes limit their use in hazardous service.
Can SS 304 unions be welded to carbon steel?
Yes — ER309L (or E309L electrode) is the usual filler when joining it to carbon steel.
Which standard covers SS 304 unions?
The material is ASTM A182 F304; dimensions follow MSS SP-83. Always state both on your purchase order, with the edition if your project specifies one.
What decides the price of a SS 304 union?
The alloy price, the size and schedule or class, 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 or 3.2 certificates available on request / as specified in the PO; dimensional reports as required. PMI can be arranged depending on product and requirements, as specified in the PO.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026