AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L) vs SAE AISI 1080 Steel Properties Heat Treatment Composition Rockwell Hardness
Ratings Comparison
Strength
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
6/10
SAE AISI 1080 Steel Properties Heat Treatment Composition Rockwell Hardness
7/10
Corrosion Resistance
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
7/10
SAE AISI 1080 Steel Properties Heat Treatment Composition Rockwell Hardness
3/10
Lightweight
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
5/10
SAE AISI 1080 Steel Properties Heat Treatment Composition Rockwell Hardness
5/10
Machinability
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
2/10
SAE AISI 1080 Steel Properties Heat Treatment Composition Rockwell Hardness
5/10
Cost Efficiency
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
6/10
SAE AISI 1080 Steel Properties Heat Treatment Composition Rockwell Hardness
9/10
Temperature Resistance
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
7/10
SAE AISI 1080 Steel Properties Heat Treatment Composition Rockwell Hardness
7/10
Properties Comparison
| Property | AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L) | SAE AISI 1080 Steel Properties Heat Treatment Composition Rockwell Hardness |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Base | Stainless Steel | Steel |
| Tensile Strength | 515.0 MPa | 770.0 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 205.0 MPa | 425.0 MPa |
| Elongation | 40.0 % | 10.0 % |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 8211.0 HB | 229.0 HB |
| Elastic Modulus | — | — |
| Density | — | — |
| Melting Point | — | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | — | — |
| Weldable | — | — |
| Heat Treatable | — | — |
| Magnetic | — | — |