What are the functions of 304 stainless steel plates?

304 stainless steel plates, with their outstanding corrosion resistance, mechanical properties, processing performance and hygiene safety, play a key role in multiple industries. The core application scenarios can be classified into the following categories by field, covering a wide range of demands from basic industries to consumer goods, from structural support to precision components:

304 stainless steel plate

I. Food and Catering Industry: Ensuring hygiene and corrosion resistance

The food industry has extremely high requirements for the hygiene, acid and alkali corrosion resistance, and easy cleaning of materials. 304 stainless steel plates, which do not contain harmful substances such as lead and cadmium, and have an easy-to-polish surface that is not prone to bacterial growth, have become core materials. Their main functions include

Manufacturing food processing equipment: such as storage tanks, conveyor belts, and mixing tanks in dairy production lines, the outer shells of meat choppers and inner tanks of sterilization equipment in meat processing, etc., can withstand the common acidic (such as fruit juice, vinegar) and alkaline (such as cleaning solutions) environments in food processing, preventing metal ions from dissolving and contaminating food.

Build catering terminal facilities: such as the operation counters, sinks, and exhaust ducts in commercial kitchens, as well as the equipment shells of milk tea shops and coffee shops (such as coffee machines and ice makers), and household kitchenware (the base materials of stainless steel cookware and tableware), which should have the characteristics of being oil-resistant, easy to clean, and not rusting after long-term use.

Ii. Chemical and Industrial fields: Resistant to corrosion by complex media

In industrial scenarios such as chemical engineering, pharmaceuticals, and water treatment, the chemical corrosion resistance of 304 stainless steel plates is a core advantage. Its main functions are:

Manufacturing corrosion-resistant containers and pipelines: such as acid and alkali solution storage tanks and transportation pipelines in chemical production (for transporting weakly corrosive media like hydrochloric acid and diluted sulfuric acid), filter tanks and reverse osmosis device shells for water treatment equipment, which can resist the erosion of industrial media on materials and avoid leakage risks.

Building industrial equipment structural components: such as the inner lining of chemical reaction vessels, instrument casings, workshop guardrails, and some equipment parts in battery production, which not only meet the corrosion resistance requirements but also have certain mechanical strength to support the operation of the equipment.

Iii. Architecture and Decoration Field: Balancing aesthetics and durability

The construction industry has high requirements for the weather resistance (resistance to atmospheric corrosion), decorative properties and formability of materials. The role of 304 stainless steel plates is reflected in:

Exterior wall and roof decoration: such as the curtain wall panels and roof skylight frames of high-end buildings, they can resist the erosion of rain, smog and ultraviolet rays for a long time, are less likely to develop rust spots, and can be processed into surface effects such as brushed, mirror finish and embossed, enhancing the appearance and texture of the building.

Interior and exterior structures and decorations: such as the inner walls of elevator cabins, stair railings, the edges of shopping mall columns, and door and window frames, they are both rust-proof and aesthetically pleasing. Especially in damp environments (such as basements and bathrooms), they are more durable than ordinary steel or aluminum alloys.

Iv. Medical and health care field: Meet sterility and safety standards

The medical industry has strict requirements for the biocompatibility, easy sterilization, and resistance to disinfection and corrosion of materials. The functions of 304 stainless steel plates include:

Medical equipment manufacturing: such as operating table surfaces, medical device shells (such as ultrasound machines, monitors), and drug storage cabinets, which can withstand long-term use of high-temperature and high-pressure sterilization (such as steam sterilization) and chemical disinfectants (such as alcohol, chlorine-containing disinfectants), and will not cause adverse reactions with drugs or human tissues.

Sanitary facility construction: Such as the wall and floor splicing boards and disinfection pools in hospital operating rooms, with smooth and seamless surfaces, can reduce bacterial residue, facilitate frequent cleaning and disinfection, and lower the risk of cross-infection.

V. Transportation and Home Appliance Fields: Supporting Structures and Enhancing Quality

In the field of transportation, such as the inner lining of automotive exhaust pipes (resistant to high temperatures and corrosion from exhaust gases), the interior panels of high-speed rail carriages, and the anti-skid plates on ship decks (resistant to seawater corrosion), they not only meet the mechanical strength requirements but also adapt to the complex environments in transportation scenarios (high temperatures, seawater, and vibration).

In the field of home appliances: such as the inner drum of washing machines (resistant to detergent corrosion and high-speed rotation impact), the inner lining of refrigerator door panels, and the cavity of microwave ovens, they can withstand moisture, high temperatures and chemical cleaners for a long time, while ensuring material safety and avoiding contamination of clothes or food.