AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L) vs ASTM SAE AISI 1018 Carbon Steel Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties
Ratings Comparison
Strength
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
6/10
ASTM SAE AISI 1018 Carbon Steel Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties
5/10
Corrosion Resistance
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
7/10
ASTM SAE AISI 1018 Carbon Steel Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties
3/10
Lightweight
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
5/10
ASTM SAE AISI 1018 Carbon Steel Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties
5/10
Machinability
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
2/10
ASTM SAE AISI 1018 Carbon Steel Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties
6/10
Cost Efficiency
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
6/10
ASTM SAE AISI 1018 Carbon Steel Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties
9/10
Temperature Resistance
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
7/10
ASTM SAE AISI 1018 Carbon Steel Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties
7/10
Properties Comparison
| Property | AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L) | ASTM SAE AISI 1018 Carbon Steel Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Base | Stainless Steel | Steel |
| Tensile Strength | 515.0 MPa | 483.0 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 205.0 MPa | 413.0 MPa |
| Elongation | 40.0 % | 18.0 % |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 8211.0 HB | 143.0 HB |
| Elastic Modulus | — | — |
| Density | — | — |
| Melting Point | — | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | — | — |
| Weldable | — | — |
| Heat Treatable | — | — |
| Magnetic | — | — |