SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fasteners Manufacturer & Exporter in India

SS 304, 304L, and 304H fasteners are austenitic stainless steel fasteners offering reliable corrosion resistance and good mechanical strength. We manufacture UNS S30400, S30403, and S30409 fasteners for food processing, chemical, construction, and general industrial applications.

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-196°C

Min Temp

870°C

Max Temp

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870°C

Max service temp · oxidation service, 304H preferred for elevated temperature bolting

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515 MPa

Min tensile strength · ASTM A193 B8 Class 1 stainless bolting

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PREN 18–20

Good general corrosion resistance · limited resistance to chloride pitting

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7.93 g/cm³

Density avg · austenitic stainless steel

What is SS 304 / 304L / 304H?

SS 304 (UNS S30400) is the most widely used austenitic stainless steel — the 18-8 standard. With Cr 18–20% and Ni 8–10.5%, it provides corrosion resistance to atmospheric, freshwater, food acid and many chemical environments. Non-magnetic in the annealed condition. Cold working induces mild magnetism via martensite transformation. SS 304 fasteners (hex bolts, stud bolts, nuts) are the default for food and dairy equipment, pharmaceutical vessels, domestic and light industrial applications. Not recommended for chloride service, seawater or reducing acids. Governed by ASTM A193 B8 (bolts) and ASTM A194 Grade 8 (nuts).
UNS NumberS30400 / S30403 / S30409
ASTM/ASME StandardASTM A193/A194, ASME SA193/SA194
Tensile Strength515 MPa min
Yield Strength205 MPa min
Density8.00 g/cm³
Max Service Temperature870°C (intermittent)

SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fastener Products

RealBolt manufactures SS 304 / 304L / 304H fasteners including hex bolts, heavy hex bolts, studs, threaded rod, nuts, washers, socket cap screws, and custom-machined specials from certified SS 304 / 304L / 304H (UNS S30400) bar stock. All SS 304 / 304L / 304H fasteners are produced to order and inspected to relevant ASTM A193 material standards.
ElementComposition (%)
Cr18.0–20.0
Ni8.0–10.5
Mn≤2.0
C≤0.08
Si≤0.75
P≤0.045
S≤0.030

Chemical Composition

SS 304/304L/304H fasteners derive their performance from a balanced composition of chromium (18-20%) and nickel (8-10.5%), which forms a stable passive oxide layer responsible for excellent corrosion resistance. Carbon content differentiates the three variants: standard 304 offers moderate carbon levels, 304L features reduced carbon for improved weldability and resistance to sensitization, while 304H contains higher carbon for enhanced high-temperature strength. Manganese and silicon additions further support hot-working characteristics and oxidation resistance during manufacturing.

These compositional advantages translate into fasteners with superior resistance to atmospheric, chemical and marine corrosion, making them ideal for demanding industrial environments. The austenitic structure provides excellent ductility, toughness and non-magnetic properties across a wide temperature range. 304H variants deliver superior creep and stress-rupture strength for elevated-temperature service, while 304L ensures reliable performance in welded assemblies. Combined, these grades offer engineers durable, low-maintenance fastening solutions suited for piping, pressure vessels, structural and process industry applications.

Specifications

SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fastener Specifications

SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fasteners are corrosion-resistant stainless steel components specified by their mechanical strength, temperature performance, and dimensional tolerances across bolts, nuts, washers, and studs. Their technical data centers on tensile and yield behavior, while alloy variant selection determines service suitability.

Mechanical Properties — Annealed Condition

Tensile Strength515 MPa min
Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)205 MPa min
Elongation35% min
Reduction of Area50% min
Hardness≤ 217 HB / 96 HRB
Modulus of Elasticity193 GPa
Thermal Conductivity16.2 W/m·K
Melting Range1400-1450°C
Max Service Temperature870°C (intermittent)

Available Dimensional Standards

Bolt StandardASME B18.2.1, DIN 931/933
Stud Bolt StandardASME B16.5, ASTM A193
Nut StandardASME B18.2.2, DIN 934
Washer StandardASME B18.22.1, DIN 125
Thread FormUNC, UNF, Metric Coarse/Fine
Diameter RangeM3 to M100 / 1/8" to 4"
Length Range10mm to 500mm
Available FormsBolts, Studs, Nuts, Washers, Screws
Custom SizesAvailable on request

Applications

SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fastener Applications

SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fasteners from RealBolt Engineering Industries are specified wherever corrosion resistance, elevated-temperature strength, or chemical media compatibility is critical to fastener performance. Primary industries and end-uses for SS 304 / 304L / 304H fasteners include food processing, dairy, architecture, general engineering fasteners.
SS 304 and 304L fasteners are widely used in hygienic processing equipment, conveyors, mixers, filling lines, cleanrooms and pharmaceutical skids because they provide a smooth, cleanable surface and reliable corrosion resistance in washdown environments.
304 stainless bolts, nuts, washers and studs are used for tanks, piping supports, valves, pumps, instrumentation brackets and general plant equipment exposed to mild acids, alkalis and atmospheric corrosion.
304L fasteners are preferred near welded stainless structures where reduced carbon content helps minimize sensitization and intergranular corrosion risk after welding or thermal exposure.
304H fasteners are selected for furnace components, heat exchanger supports, boiler hardware and elevated temperature assemblies where higher carbon content improves strength retention compared with standard 304L.
Traceable & Certified

SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fasteners — Standards, Certifications & Test Reports

SS 304 / 304L / 304H fasteners are manufactured and tested to internationally recognised material and dimensional standards, including ASTM A193 B8, ASTM A194 Gr.8, ASTM A276, ASTM A479. RealBolt Engineering Industries supplies SS 304 / 304L / 304H (UNS S30400) fasteners with full material test reports (MTRs), mill certificates, and third-party inspection to confirm compliance with your project specifications.

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Answers for Buyers

Frequently Asked Questions About SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fasteners

Browse the questions below to get quick, expert answers about SS 304 / 304L / 304H Fasteners — covering alloy specifications (UNS S30400), applicable standards (ASTM A193), temperature ratings, corrosion performance, and how to source certified SS 304 / 304L / 304H fasteners from RealBolt Engineering Industries.
SS 304L has C ≤0.03% (vs ≤0.08% for 304), preventing sensitisation in the weld HAZ. For bolted joints where welding is not involved, 304 and 304L are interchangeable. 304L is specified for vessels with welded nozzle necks. We supply both grades from stock.
Not recommended. SS 304 will suffer pitting and crevice corrosion in stagnant seawater. Even in tidal zones, under-gasket crevice attack occurs within months. Specify SS 316, super-duplex 2507 or Inconel 625 for marine applications.
ASTM A193 Grade B8 (studs), ASTM A194 Grade 8 (nuts), ASTM A276 (bar). ASME Section II Part D material properties. All supplied with EN 10204 2.1 or 3.1 MTC as required.
SS 304 is non-magnetic in the annealed condition (µr ≈1.02). Cold working during thread rolling can induce martensite, increasing magnetic permeability slightly. Fully non-magnetic fasteners require 316, 310S or Nitronic 50 — not standard cold-formed 304.

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