AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L) vs SAE AISI 5160 Steel, High Carbon 5160 Spring Steel Properties, Composition
Ratings Comparison
Strength
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
6/10
SAE AISI 5160 Steel, High Carbon 5160 Spring Steel Properties, Composition
8/10
Corrosion Resistance
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
7/10
SAE AISI 5160 Steel, High Carbon 5160 Spring Steel Properties, Composition
3/10
Lightweight
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
5/10
SAE AISI 5160 Steel, High Carbon 5160 Spring Steel Properties, Composition
5/10
Machinability
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
2/10
SAE AISI 5160 Steel, High Carbon 5160 Spring Steel Properties, Composition
5/10
Cost Efficiency
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
6/10
SAE AISI 5160 Steel, High Carbon 5160 Spring Steel Properties, Composition
9/10
Temperature Resistance
AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L)
7/10
SAE AISI 5160 Steel, High Carbon 5160 Spring Steel Properties, Composition
7/10
Properties Comparison
| Property | AISI 304 vs 304L Stainless Steel Properties (UNS S30403) Difference Between 304 and 304L (SS304L) | SAE AISI 5160 Steel, High Carbon 5160 Spring Steel Properties, Composition |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Base | Stainless Steel | Steel |
| Tensile Strength | 515.0 MPa | 1025.0 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 205.0 MPa | 650.0 MPa |
| Elongation | 40.0 % | 18.2 % |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 8211.0 HB | 285.0 HB |
| Elastic Modulus | — | — |
| Density | — | — |
| Melting Point | — | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | — | — |
| Weldable | — | — |
| Heat Treatable | — | — |
| Magnetic | — | — |