304/304L DDQ Stainless Steel

Type 304 deep draw quality (304 DDQ) stainless steel is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel that is used in special applications that require deep drawing and excellent formability. 304 DDQ also has an elevated nickel content that provides higher corrosion resistance.

304 Deep Draw Quality Stainless Steel Specifications

ASTM A240 for annealed condition ASTM A666 for tempered material*

Composition per ASTM A240 Carbon Manganese Phosphorus Sulfur Silicon Chromium Nickel Nitrogen Molybdenum Mechanical Properties (Annealed, Per ASTM A240) UTS Elongation % in 2" Rockwell Hardness 75,000 ksi Min 40.00 Min RB92.00 Max .07 Max 2.00 Max .045 Max .030 Max .75 Max 17.50 - 19.50 8.50 Min 0.10 Max

* Tempered mechanical properties are available upon request.

304 DDQ Stainless Steel Applications:

Automotive

Fuel tanks

Kitchenware

Sinks and other domestic appliances

Magnetic Properties:
304 flat rolled stainless steel is generally non-magnetic and becomes slightly magnetic only when cold-worked.

Forming:
304 deep draw quality stainless steel has great forming capabilities that allow for severe drawing applications.