Dhruv Metals, based in Hyderabad, India, has earned a solid reputation as a reliable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch Stainless Steel 304L Forgings. These forgings are celebrated for their outstanding corrosion resistance, strength, and formability. Crafted in line with ASTM A182 standards, Dhruv Metals provides a diverse selection of forged components, including rings, shafts, flanges, and custom parts designed to meet specific industrial needs. These forgings are perfect for applications that demand exceptional toughness and weldability. With a strong commitment to quality, precision, and customer satisfaction, Dhruv Metals distributes SS 304L forgings across various industries, including petrochemicals, food processing, marine, and pharmaceuticals, both in India and internationally.
Stainless Steel 304L Forgings are created from a low-carbon austenitic stainless steel alloy that contains around 18–20% chromium and 8–12% nickel, with a maximum carbon content of 0.03%. This unique composition boosts corrosion resistance, particularly after welding, and helps prevent carbide precipitation. The alloy boasts a tensile strength of about 485 MPa, a yield strength of 170 MPa, and an elongation of 40%. It maintains excellent toughness even at cryogenic temperatures, along with good machinability and weldability. These characteristics make SS 304L a fantastic option for forged components used in both corrosive and structural applications.
| Specifications | ASTM A182, ASME SA182 |
|---|---|
| Standard | DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards |
| Flat bar blocks | up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs |
| Cylinders and sleeves | up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length |
| Discs and hubs | up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs |
| Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings | up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length |
| Rounds, shafts and step shafts | up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs |
| Forging Types | Impression Die Forging, Open Die Forging, Seamless Rolled Forging, Hot Forging, Cold Forging, Open die hammer forging, Impression die drop forging, Closed Die Forging, Press Forging, Upset Forging, Compression Forging, Swaging, Rotary Forging, Roll forging. |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 304L | 0.035 max | 2.0 max | 1.0 max | 0.045 max | 0.03 max | 18 – 20 | – | 8 – 13 | – |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1400 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 304L | 1.4306 / 1.4307 | S30403 | SUS 304L | 3304S11 | 03Х18Н11 | Z3CN18‐10 | X2CrNi18-9 / X2CrNi19-11 |
Post-forging operations for Stainless Steel 304L include heat treatment, machining, surface finishing, and testing to ensure optimal strength, dimension accuracy, and corrosion resistance.
To determine if Stainless Steel 304L forgings meet your needs, review material certifications, perform quality checks, and ensure they meet required mechanical properties and dimensional standards.
After Stainless Steel 304L forgings, slow cooling in air or controlled environments is recommended to prevent cracking and ensure uniform grain structure and mechanical properties.
Stainless Steel 304L Forgings find extensive use across a variety of industries thanks to their strength, corrosion resistance, and ability to adapt to complex shapes. In the chemical and petrochemical fields, they are commonly used for flanges, valves, and pump parts that handle corrosive fluids. The food and beverage sector relies on them for hygienic processing equipment. In marine and offshore settings, 304L forgings excel in saltwater environments. Additionally, they are utilized in pharmaceutical machinery, power generation components, and structural assemblies in construction. Their remarkable weldability and resistance to oxidation make them ideal for pressure-containing and structural applications across a wide range of industries.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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