Stainless Steel Strip
Precision stainless steel strip for thin-gauge forming, stamping, and specialty applications
High-precision 304/316 stainless steel strip in narrow widths enables efficient manufacturing of springs, clips, precision components, and thin-gauge formed parts. Available in multiple hardness conditions and surface finishes for diverse requirements.
Quick Specifications
- Material Designation
- ASTM A 666 / UNS S30400 (304) or S31600 (316)
- Werkstoff Number
- 1.4301 (304) or 1.4401 (316)
- Form
- Strip (Slit from Coil)
- Tensile Strength
- 515 - 1380 MPa (depending on hardness)
- Yield Strength
- 205 - 1000 MPa (depending on hardness)
- Elongation
- 2 - 40% (depending on hardness)
Standards & Certifications
Product Description
Stainless steel strip provides the advantages of austenitic stainless steel material in narrow, thin-gauge strip form optimized for automated processing and high-volume stamping operations. The chromium-nickel composition delivers exceptional corrosion resistance across diverse service environments. The strip form enables efficient material utilization, minimal scrap generation, and high-speed processing through progressive dies, roll-forming equipment, and automated manufacturing systems.
Our stainless steel strips are produced from cold-rolled coils and carefully slit to precise width tolerances using advanced slitting equipment. Available in annealed, 1/4 hard, 1/2 hard, and full hard conditions, the strips accommodate diverse mechanical property requirements. Thickness ranges from thin foil-like gauges to heavier strip suitable for structural springs and load-bearing components.
Stainless steel strip exhibits outstanding forming characteristics across all hardness conditions, enabling complex bending, forming, and drawing operations without cracking or excessive springback. The material's work-hardening response and strain-hardening characteristics enable engineers to optimize component design for strength while maintaining excellent corrosion resistance. Available surface finishes include shiny, matte, and specialty engineered surfaces for aesthetic and functional requirements.
With unmatched versatility in high-speed stamping, exceptional corrosion protection, and proven cost-effectiveness in high-volume manufacturing operations, stainless steel strip represents the optimal material choice for companies seeking to maximize production efficiency while maintaining uncompromising product quality and durability across decades of service life.
Specifications
| Material Designation | ASTM A 666 / UNS S30400 (304) or S31600 (316) |
| Werkstoff Number | 1.4301 (304) or 1.4401 (316) |
| Form | Strip (Slit from Coil) |
| Tensile Strength | 515 - 1380 MPa (depending on hardness) |
| Yield Strength | 205 - 1000 MPa (depending on hardness) |
| Elongation | 2 - 40% (depending on hardness) |
| Thickness Range | 0.1 - 3.0 mm |
| Width Range | 5 - 300 mm (customer-slit to specification) |
| Density | 8.0 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 1399 - 1418°C |
| Thermal Conductivity | 16.3 W/m·K at 100°C |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 193 GPa |
Chemical Composition
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.08 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 18.0 - 20.0 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 8.0 - 12.0 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | ≤ 0.75 (316 grade) |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 2.0 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 1.0 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.045 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.030 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (Annealed) | 515 - 620 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (Full Hard) | 1200 - 1380 MPa |
| Yield Strength (Annealed) | 205 MPa minimum |
| Yield Strength (Full Hard) | 1000 MPa minimum |
| Elongation (Annealed) | 40% minimum |
| Elongation (Full Hard) | 2% minimum |
| Hardness (Annealed) | 217 HV maximum |
| Hardness (Full Hard) | 400 - 450 HV |
Key Features & Advantages
Applications
Spring and Clip Manufacturing
Production of compression springs, tension springs, leaf springs, and retaining clips where superior spring properties, corrosion resistance, and work-hardening enable reliable component performance.
Precision Stamped Components
Automated stamping of brackets, fastener components, and thin-gauge structural elements through progressive dies where precise width tolerance and formability enable rapid production with minimal scrap.
Electrical Contact and Terminal Components
Manufacturing of electrical contacts, connector terminals, and switching components where excellent electrical conductivity, corrosion resistance, and precise dimensions ensure reliable electrical connections.
Appliance and Consumer Product Components
Production of trim strips, control components, and aesthetic elements in appliances and consumer products where corrosion resistance and superior surface finish enhance product appearance and durability.
Instrumentation and Gauge Components
Fabrication of precision instrument components, calibration standards, and measurement device elements where dimensional precision and non-magnetic properties enable accurate instrument operation.
Decorative and Architectural Elements
Manufacturing of decorative trim, architectural details, and aesthetic components where superior corrosion resistance and polished surface finish enhance building appearance and longevity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardness condition is best for spring manufacturing applications?
Can annealed stainless steel strip be work-hardened through drawing and forming operations?
What is the springback characteristic of stainless steel strip, and how does it affect forming die design?
Is cold-rolled stainless steel strip suitable for welding applications?
What tolerances are achievable for custom-slit stainless steel strip?
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