Difference Between 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel SS304 vs SS316 vs SAE AISI 1020 Steel Properties, C1020 Carbon Steel Yield Strength, Equivalent
Ratings Comparison
Strength
Difference Between 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel SS304 vs SS316
6/10
SAE AISI 1020 Steel Properties, C1020 Carbon Steel Yield Strength, Equivalent
5/10
Corrosion Resistance
Difference Between 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel SS304 vs SS316
7/10
SAE AISI 1020 Steel Properties, C1020 Carbon Steel Yield Strength, Equivalent
3/10
Lightweight
Difference Between 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel SS304 vs SS316
5/10
SAE AISI 1020 Steel Properties, C1020 Carbon Steel Yield Strength, Equivalent
5/10
Machinability
Difference Between 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel SS304 vs SS316
2/10
SAE AISI 1020 Steel Properties, C1020 Carbon Steel Yield Strength, Equivalent
6/10
Cost Efficiency
Difference Between 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel SS304 vs SS316
6/10
SAE AISI 1020 Steel Properties, C1020 Carbon Steel Yield Strength, Equivalent
9/10
Temperature Resistance
Difference Between 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel SS304 vs SS316
7/10
SAE AISI 1020 Steel Properties, C1020 Carbon Steel Yield Strength, Equivalent
7/10
Properties Comparison
| Property | Difference Between 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel SS304 vs SS316 | SAE AISI 1020 Steel Properties, C1020 Carbon Steel Yield Strength, Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Base | Stainless Steel | Steel |
| Tensile Strength | 515.0 MPa | 380.0 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 205.0 MPa | 205.0 MPa |
| Elongation | 40.0 % | 25.0 % |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 8211.0 HB | 111.0 HB |
| Elastic Modulus | — | — |
| Density | — | — |
| Melting Point | — | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | — | — |
| Weldable | — | — |
| Heat Treatable | — | — |
| Magnetic | — | — |