Stainless Steel 204 Pipes bring highest manganese in 200 series to your projects. GXH Steels supplies these pipes for demanding industrial applications where standard grades fall short.
What Is Stainless Steel 204?
Grade 204 stainless steel belongs to the Austenitic-LN family. It contains 16% Cr, 2% Ni, 8% Mn. This composition gives the material its highest manganese in 200 series.
GXH Steels manufactures Stainless Steel 204 Pipes to meet ASTM and international standards. Each pipe goes through quality checks before shipping.
For applications needing similar composition, Stainless Steel 201 Pipes provide an excellent choice.
Key Features
Here’s what sets Stainless Steel 204 Pipes apart:
- Corrosion Resistance – Adequate for non-aggressive environments.
- Temperature Performance – Rated for service up to 870°C intermittent.
- Material Composition – Contains 16% Cr, 2% Ni, 8% Mn for balanced properties.
- Quality Assurance – Every batch includes mill test certificates and documentation.
Projects requiring better weldability may also benefit from Grade 304L Pipes.
Stainless Steel 204 Pipes Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of Grade 204 stainless steel per ASTM/AISI standards:
| Element | Composition (%) |
|---|---|
| C | 0.15 |
| Mn | 6.5-9.0 |
| Si | 1.00 |
| P | 0.060 |
| S | 0.030 |
| Cr | 15.5-17.5 |
| Ni | 1.5-3.5 |
| N | 0.25 |
Stainless Steel 204 Pipes Mechanical Properties
Mechanical properties of Grade 204 in annealed condition:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 655 MPa (94999 psi) |
| Yield Strength (0.2%) | 310 MPa (44961 psi) |
| Elongation (in 50mm) | 40% |
| Hardness | 210 HB (Brinell) |
Stainless Steel 204 Pipes Physical Properties
Physical characteristics of Grade 204 stainless steel:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Density | 7.86 g/cm³ |
| Melting Range | 1400-1450°C |
| Thermal Conductivity (at 100°C) | 16.2 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat | 500 J/kg·K |
| Electrical Resistivity | 70 μΩ·cm |
| Thermal Expansion (20-100°C) | 16.0 μm/m·°C |
Available Sizes and Dimensions
GXH Steels supplies Stainless Steel 204 Pipes in the following size range:
| Specification | Range |
|---|---|
| Nominal Pipe Size | 1/8″ to 24″ NPS (DN6 to DN600) |
| Wall Thickness | 0.5mm to 50mm |
| Length | Up to 12 meters (random or fixed) |
| Schedules Available | 5S, 10S, 40S, 80S, SCH 10, SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 160, XXS |
Applicable Standards
Stainless Steel 204 Pipes conform to these industry standards:
- Seamless Pipes: ASTM A312, ASTM A213, ASTM A269
- Welded Pipes: ASTM A312, ASTM A358, ASTM A409
- Tubes: ASTM A213, ASTM A249, ASTM A269
- General: EN 10088, JIS G4304/G4305
Applications
Stainless Steel 204 Pipes work well for:
- Decorative trim
- Food service
- General fabrication
- Consumer goods industry installations
Benefits
Choosing Stainless Steel 204 Pipes saves you money on replacements and downtime. The material handles decorative trim and food service conditions without degrading quickly. You get pipes that perform as expected, backed by GXH Steels’s technical support.
Why GXH Steels?
GXH Steels has supplied stainless steel products to consumer goods and food service sectors for years. Our team knows the technical details of each grade. We help you pick the right specification for your project and provide documentation for your quality requirements.
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