304 / 304L Stainless Steel Plate Supplier
Bao Steel supplies 304 and 304L stainless steel plate for industrial fabrication, equipment panels, tanks, kitchen equipment, architectural parts, decorative panels and general corrosion-resistant applications. You can send grade, thickness, width, length, surface finish, hot rolled or cold rolled process, cutting requirement, MTC requirement, packing method and destination so we can check availability and quotation details.
Choose the 304 / 304L Stainless Steel Plate Route for Your Order
304 and 304L are often quoted together, but the right route depends on welding, corrosion environment, thickness, surface finish, processing feasibility and final use. For thick plate, NO.1 hot rolled pickled surface is more common; 2B, BA, mirror, 8K, hairline and brush finishes should be confirmed by thickness and processing requirement.
304 Stainless Steel Plate
Use 304 when you need general corrosion resistance, fabrication performance and broad industrial availability.
View 304 Plate →304L Stainless Steel Plate
Choose 304L when welding, low-carbon requirement or project documents specify 304L instead of standard 304.
Check 304L Route →Hot Rolled NO.1 Plate
For thicker stainless plate, industrial fabrication, tanks, equipment parts and cutting requirements.
View Hot Rolled Plate →Cold Rolled 2B / BA Plate
For cleaner surface requirements, equipment panels, decorative use and thinner plate feasibility.
View Cold Rolled Plate →NO.8 / 8K / Mirror Plate
For decorative panels, elevator panels, architectural use and polished stainless steel applications.
View Mirror Finish →Hairline / Brush Plate
For decorative surfaces, visible panels, interior applications and stainless fabrication parts.
View Hairline Finish →304 Stainless Chequered Plate
For anti-slip flooring, platforms, steps, walkways and equipment area applications.
View Chequered Plate →Cut-to-Size Plate
For cut plate, custom dimensions, project packing, protective film and export preparation.
View Cutting Support →304 / 304L Plate Quotation Should Confirm Grade, Thickness and Surface Feasibility
The main risk in 304 stainless plate purchasing is quoting the right grade but the wrong surface or process route. Thick 304 plate, decorative 304 plate and welded 304L plate should be checked differently.
304 or 304L Grade
Confirm whether the buyer accepts 304 or requires 304L due to welding, low-carbon requirement or project document.
Thickness 4–100mm
Confirm exact thickness, tolerance, width, length, cutting requirement and whether stock size substitution is acceptable.
Hot Rolled or Cold Rolled
Hot rolled NO.1 is more common for thick plate; cold rolled 2B / BA is usually checked by thickness and surface demand.
Surface Finish
2B, 2D, BA, NO.1, NO.4, NO.8, 8K, mirror, chequered, hairline, sand blast and brush should be confirmed by thickness.
304 vs 304L and Common Surface Finish Selection
304 and 304L are close in general use, but they should not be treated as the same when the project specifies low-carbon material, welding condition or certificate requirements.
| Route | Common Buyer Requirement | Typical Application | Quotation Check Point |
|---|---|---|---|
| 304 Stainless Steel Plate | General corrosion-resistant stainless plate for broad industrial and fabrication use. | Equipment panels, kitchen equipment, tanks, fabrication parts, architectural components and general stock supply. | Confirm thickness, width, length, process, surface finish, cutting and MTC requirement. |
| 304L Stainless Steel Plate | Low-carbon 304 route when welding condition or project document requires 304L. | Welded tanks, welded fabrication, chemical equipment parts and projects where low-carbon stainless is specified. | Confirm whether 304L is mandatory on MTC and whether 304 substitution is allowed by the buyer. |
| Hot Rolled NO.1 Plate | Thicker stainless plate for industrial use, cutting, fabrication and equipment base plates. | Heavy fabrication, industrial equipment, tanks, structural stainless parts and cut plate orders. | NO.1 / hot rolled pickled surface is more common for thicker plate; confirm surface acceptance before quotation. |
| Cold Rolled 2B / BA Plate | Cleaner surface, smoother finish or thinner plate requirement. | Panels, kitchen equipment, visible parts, covers, light fabrication and decorative applications. | Confirm thickness feasibility, surface protection, film requirement and packing method. |
| NO.8 / 8K / Mirror Plate | Polished decorative stainless steel plate with reflective surface. | Elevator panels, decorative walls, shop fitting, architectural panels and interior stainless work. | Confirm surface grade, protective film, scratch control, thickness and whether mirror finish is feasible for the required size. |
| Hairline / Brush Plate | Directional brushed surface for decorative or visible stainless components. | Interior panels, appliance panels, architectural trim, elevator panels and decorative fabrication. | Confirm hairline direction, protective film, surface protection and packing requirement. |
| 304 Stainless Chequered Plate | Anti-slip stainless plate for platform or walking surface applications. | Walkways, steps, platforms, equipment areas, marine-related working surfaces and industrial flooring. | Confirm pattern, thickness, sheet size, surface condition and application environment. |
| 316 / 316L Stainless Steel Plate | Higher corrosion resistance than 304, often used for marine, chemical or chloride-related environments. | Marine parts, chemical equipment, coastal projects and more demanding corrosion environments. | Use 316 / 316L route when 304 corrosion resistance is not enough. |
304 / 304L Stainless Steel Plate Specification Details
Complete specification details help avoid wrong grade, wrong surface finish, unsuitable thickness, cutting mismatch, packing damage and shipment disputes.
Core Plate Specification
- Product304 stainless steel plate, 304L stainless steel plate, hot rolled stainless plate, cold rolled stainless plate and cut-to-size plate
- Grades304, 304L, UNS S30400, UNS S30403 or equivalent grade according to buyer requirement
- Thickness4–100mm, subject to grade, process, stock availability and cutting requirement confirmation
- Width1000–3500mm, with actual width confirmed by stock size or production route
- Length2000–6000mm, with cut-to-size support according to project requirement
- ProcessHot rolled and cold rolled route, depending on thickness, surface finish and final use
Surface, Processing and Export Details
- Surface Finish2B, 2D, BA, NO.1, NO.4, NO.8, 8K, mirror, chequered, hairline, sand blast and brush by feasibility review
- ProcessingCutting, shearing, surface protection, film covering, edge treatment, packing and marking support
- InspectionThickness check, width and length check, surface inspection, grade verification, marking check and MTC review
- DocumentsMTC, heat number, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate of origin and third-party inspection support by request
- PackingWaterproof paper, protective film, wooden pallet, steel strip, edge protection, labels and shipping marks
- DestinationDestination country or port, trade term, unloading condition and required delivery schedule
304 Plate Stock, Surface Finish, Thickness Check and Export Packing
Before you confirm the order, you can review 304 / 304L plate stock, NO.1 hot rolled plate, 2B cold rolled plate, decorative surface options, thickness check, MTC matching, protective packing and loading preparation.
304 Stainless Plate Stock
You can confirm grade, thickness, stock size, surface condition and MTC requirement before quotation.
304L Stainless Plate Route
You can confirm 304L route when welding, low-carbon requirement or project document requires it.
Hot Rolled NO.1 Plate
You can review thicker plate stock, industrial surface condition, cutting requirement and packing method.
Cold Rolled 2B / BA Plate
You can confirm smoother surface, thickness feasibility, protective film and packing requirements.
Thickness and Size Check
You can check thickness, width, length, tolerance and order consistency before cutting or shipment.
Surface Inspection
You can review surface finish, scratch control, protective film and visible panel requirements before dispatch.
Common Uses of 304 / 304L Stainless Steel Plate
304 stainless plate is usually selected for general corrosion resistance, fabrication and broad availability. 304L is selected when welding or project documents require low-carbon stainless steel.
Industrial Fabrication
For tanks, covers, machine panels, equipment parts, platforms, brackets and stainless fabrication projects.
Kitchen and Food Equipment
For kitchen equipment, work tables, covers, cabinets, trays and general food-related stainless components.
Architectural Panels
For visible panels, decorative surfaces, elevator panels, interior finishes and stainless trim components.
Welded Stainless Parts
For welded tanks, welded structures and project parts where 304L may be required by drawing or MTC.
Mirror, Hairline, Chequered, Cutting, MTC Check and Export Packing
Stainless plate export orders should be checked by surface protection, film requirement, edge protection, pallet packing, scratch control, marking, MTC matching and loading method.
NO.8 / 8K / Mirror Finish
You can confirm polished surface grade, protective film, scratch control and decorative panel requirement.
Hairline / Brush Finish
You can confirm brushing direction, surface protection, film requirement and visible panel application.
304 Stainless Chequered Plate
You can review pattern, thickness, plate size, anti-slip use and packing requirement before quotation.
Cut-to-Size Processing
You can request cut plate, custom size, edge protection and project packing by drawing or order list.
Marking and MTC Check
You can review grade, heat number, plate marking, MTC matching and inspection documents before shipment.
Export Packing
You can confirm waterproof paper, wooden pallet, steel strips, labels, edge protection and shipping marks.
What You Should Confirm Before Placing a 304 / 304L Plate Order
To reduce wrong-grade, wrong-surface and packing disputes, confirm grade, thickness, surface finish, rolling process, cutting tolerance, film protection, MTC requirement and packing method before shipment.
Grade Confirmation
You can confirm whether the order accepts 304 or requires 304L on MTC, drawing or project specification.
Surface Review
You can confirm 2B, 2D, BA, NO.1, NO.4, NO.8, 8K, mirror, hairline, sand blast, brush or chequered finish.
Size and Cutting
You can send thickness, width, length, tolerance, cut-to-size request and quantity for quotation review.
Export Packing
You can confirm protective film, waterproof paper, pallet packing, edge protection, labels and loading photos.
Common Questions from 304 / 304L Stainless Steel Plate Buyers
Should I choose 304 or 304L stainless steel plate?
Choose 304 for general corrosion-resistant applications when 304L is not specified. Choose 304L when the project document, welding condition or buyer requirement clearly asks for low-carbon 304L material.
Can 4–100mm 304 stainless plate be supplied with all surface finishes?
No. Surface feasibility depends on thickness, rolling process and processing route. Thick stainless plate is commonly supplied with NO.1 hot rolled pickled surface, while 2B, BA, 8K, mirror, hairline and brush finishes should be confirmed by actual thickness and processing feasibility.
What information should I send for quotation?
Send grade, thickness, width, length, surface finish, hot rolled or cold rolled requirement, cutting request, quantity, MTC requirement, packing method, destination port and delivery schedule.
Can you provide cut-to-size 304 stainless plate?
Cut-to-size support can be reviewed according to thickness, width, length, quantity, tolerance, edge requirement and packing method.
Can you provide MTC and export packing photos?
MTC, heat number, plate marking, packing list, commercial invoice, certificate of origin, packing photos and loading photos can be discussed according to order requirements.
Related Stainless Steel Plate and Export Support Pages
You can review related stainless steel plate grades, collection pages and export support pages before sending your inquiry.
Send Your 304 / 304L Stainless Steel Plate Inquiry
Send grade, thickness, width, length, surface finish, hot rolled or cold rolled requirement, cutting request, quantity, MTC requirement, packing method and destination details. We will check stock, processing feasibility, surface availability, export packing and quotation details.
Direct Contact
For Faster Quotation, Please Include
- ✓Grade: 304, 304L or project-specified equivalent grade.
- ✓Thickness, width, length, tolerance and cut-to-size requirement.
- ✓Surface finish: NO.1, 2B, BA, mirror, 8K, hairline, brush, chequered or other finish.
- ✓Quantity, MTC requirement, packing request, destination port and delivery schedule.
Document Support
- MTC
- Heat Number
- Plate Marking
- Inspection Record
- Packing List
- Commercial Invoice
- Loading Photos
- Shipping Marks
Steel Inquiry Form
Use this form for 304 stainless steel plate, 304L stainless steel plate, hot rolled stainless plate, cold rolled stainless plate, decorative stainless plate and cut-to-size stainless steel plate inquiries.
