C41 · Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Other Manufacturing (Household Goods/Lighting/Glasses etc.) Stainless Steel Sheets: 304/201 Selection and 3 Part Lists
For Other Manufacturing (Household Goods/Lighting/Glasses etc.), We Have Organized Three Parts Using Stainless Steel: Commonly Used 304 / 201 / 430, Thickness Ranging from 0.2–2 mm.
Three Parts and Material Lists
| Part / Component | Recommended Grade | Specifications / Thickness | Surface | Main failure modes | Standards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thermos/thermos bucket/bento box | 304/201 | 0.3–1.0mm | 2B/polished/electropolishing | Food contact+washing+dropping | GB/T 3280；GB 4806.9 |
| Lighting fixture shell/reflector/support | 304/201/430 | 0.3–1.5mm | 2B/polished/anodizing | Outdoor atmosphere+UV+thermal cycling | GB/T 3280；GB 7000 |
| Material for glasses/watches/jewelry | 304/316L | 0.2–2mm | Mirror/Satin/Glitter | Sweat/Friction/Appearance Scratches | GB/T 3280；QB/T Watch Standard |
Inside the caseStandard configurationSpecify usage conditions instead of specifying grades, it's easier.
Selection tips
- What's the most common grade in this industry?
- Thickness range 0.2–2 mm: Thin plates are often formed parts (consider bending rebound and deep drawing cracking), thick plates are often welded structures (consider heat input and sensitization).
Common questions
Which stainless steel is used most by other manufacturing industries (household goods, lighting, glasses)?
Based on total pages, the top three are 304 (3 items), 201 (2 items), and 430 (1 item). Specific to a part still depends on the medium and temperature, for example, stainless steel countertops that come into contact with salt water should switch from 304 to 316L.
Which parts are most prone to issues?
Based on failure descriptions, typical examples include "lighting fixture shells/reflectors/supports": outdoor atmosphere + UV + thermal cycling; recommended grades 304/201/430, specifications 0.3–1.5 mm. For these conditions, it's recommended to specify medium concentration, temperature, and cleaning methods in the design phase.
What thickness should I choose?
The listed thickness range is 0.2–2 mm. Thin plates consider forming and surface quality, thick plates consider welding and structural strength; different manufacturers may have different values for the same part based on your drawings or conditions, review them accordingly.
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