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Stainless Steel 304 Flanges

Stainless Steel 304 Flanges

Stainless Steel 304 Flanges are pipe connection components made of high-quality ASTM A182 F304 austenitic stainless steel through integral die forging and precision CNC machining.

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Product Overview

 

Stainless Steel 304 Flanges are pipe connection components made of high-quality ASTM A182 F304 austenitic stainless steel through integral die forging and precision CNC machining. They are designed to provide high-pressure, zero-leakage sealing connections for pipelines, valves, and fluid equipment in industries such as oil and gas, fine chemicals, water treatment, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and marine engineering worldwide. 

 

 

Technical Specifications

 

Item / Parameter

Specifications & Technical Compliance

Product Name

Forged Stainless Steel 304 Flanges

Material Grade

ASTM A182 F304 / F304L

SUS304 (JIS Equivalent)

EN 1.4301 / 1.4307

Chemical Composition Control: Ni ≥ 8.0%, Cr ≥ 18.0%

Manufacturing Process

100% Integrated Die Forging

ASME / ANSI Standards

Size Range: 1/2"–60" (Large diameters up to 200" available upon request)

Pressure Ratings: Class 150, 300, 600, 900, 1500, 2500

EN / DIN Standards

Size Range: DN15–DN3000

Pressure Ratings: PN6, PN10, PN16, PN25, PN40, PN63, PN100

Other Standards Available

JIS B2220, BS 4504, GOST 12820/12821, AS 2129, MSS and customer drawings

Flange Types

Slip-On (SO), Weld Neck (WN), Blind (BL), Socket Weld (SW), Threaded (TH), Lap Joint (LJ), Spectacle Blind

Facing Types

Flat Face (FF), Raised Face (RF), Ring Type Joint (RTJ), Tongue & Groove (TG), Male & Female (MFM)

Face Finish

Stock Finish: 125–250 AARH (As per ASME B16.5)

Smooth Finish or Spiral Serrated Finish available upon request

Applicable Media

Water, Steam, Air, Light Corrosive Fluids, Natural Gas, Food & Beverage Fluids, Pharmaceutical Fluids

Surface Treatment

Pickling & Passivation (Standard)

Shot Blasting

Mirror Polishing for Hygienic Applications

Quality Control & Testing

100% PMI (Positive Material Identification)

Dimensional Inspection

Visual Examination

Optional NDT: UT (Ultrasonic Testing), PT (Penetrant Testing)

Documentation & Certificates

EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate (MTC)

PMI Test Report

Dimensional Inspection Report

Third-Party Inspection Report (SGS / TÜV / BV)

Packaging

Export Seaworthy Plywood Cases, Plywood Pallets, PE Film Protection, or Customized Packaging

Inspection

Factory In-house Inspection as Standard

Third-Party Inspection Available Upon Request

OEM / ODM Service

Custom Production Based on Drawings, Samples, Technical Specifications, Marking, and Packaging Requirements

 

 

Why Choose Our 304 Stainless Steel Flanges?

 

Globally Recognized Certifications
Our factory is ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Certification, EU PED 2014/68/EU (Pressure Equipment Directive, essential for entering the European market), and CRN (Canadian Registration Number). All products come with 100% EN 10204 3.1 Material Certificates (MTC) to ensure successful project acceptance.

 

100% Die Forging Process
We refuse to use cut rings from medium-thick plates or castings. Our 304 flanges are all integrally forged from stainless steel round bars. The streamlined metal fiber structure is denser, eliminating internal porosity, air bubbles, and inclusions. The sealing surface roughness is strictly controlled within 125-250 AARH (Stock Finish) or customer-specified requirements, ensuring zero leakage under long-term high-pressure conditions.

 

Ready Stock and Flexible Delivery Time

Common specifications in stock: Slip-on, Weld Neck, and Blind flanges (sizes 1/2" - 12", pressure class 150/300) according to ASME B16.5 standards, with a readily available inventory of tens of thousands of tons, ready for packing and shipment within 48 hours.

Customized bulk orders: Delivery time is typically 15-30 days.

Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): Sample orders are supported; tiered wholesale pricing is available for bulk purchases.

 

Compatible with stringent international standards
Specifications fully cover DN15 - DN5000 (or 1/2" to 200"). We can seamlessly match the standard systems of different countries and regions:

American Standards: ASME/ANSI B16.5, B16.47 Series A & B

European/German Standards: EN 1092-1 Type 01/11/05/12, corresponding DIN standards

Japanese/Other Standards: JIS B2220, BS 4504, GOST 12820/12821

 

Surface Hygiene Treatment Customized for Food/Pharmaceutical Industries
For high-cleanliness industries, we support fully automated pickling and passivation, shot blasting, and high-precision mirror polishing to thoroughly remove free iron contamination, improve intergranular corrosion resistance, and meet FDA and sanitary piping system standards.

 

 

Production Process

 

Raw Material Spectroscopic Verification (PMI Input Inspection): All incoming stainless steel round bars must be traceable using a "Heat Number" system and 100% tested using a portable spectrometer (PMI) to ensure chemical composition meets standards.

 

Precision Forging: Strict control of initial and final forging temperatures is implemented. Forging compression of metal grains eliminates internal stress and optimizes mechanical properties.

 

CNC High-Precision Machining: High-precision CNC lathes and vertical lathes are used to machine water lines, bolt holes, and beveling, with tolerances strictly limited to within half of the standard allowable range.

 

Chemical Passivation and Surface Treatment: Trace amounts of iron ions are removed from machined surfaces using standard pickling and passivation solutions, forming a dense, chromium-rich protective film with excellent salt spray resistance.

 

Final Quality Gate (FQG): The QC team performs caliper measurements on bolt hole center distance, sealing surface roughness, and flange thickness. They can also cooperate with third-party organizations such as SGS, TÜV, and BV for on-site supervision and random inspections.

 

 

OEM/ODM Customization Capabilities

 

Non-standard Drawing Processing: Supports customizing non-standard flanges with special thicknesses, large diameters, or special hole spacings based on DWG/PDF drawings.

 

Customized Sealing Surface Roughness: Customizable with 125 AARH, 250 AARH, or smoother mirror finishes to suit specific gasket sealing requirements.

 

Customized Project Marking: Supports marking customer logos, project-specific contract numbers, and designated markings.

 

Packaging and Shipping Marks: Provides neutral packaging or customized shipping marks for distributors, facilitating direct customs clearance and distribution for wholesalers.

 

 

FAQ

 

Q: How do you guarantee that the nickel (Ni) and chromium (Cr) content of your 304 stainless steel flanges is not compromised?

A: We consider material quality the lifeline of our factory. All our raw materials are sourced from large, listed steel mills in China, and we never use recycled scrap steel of unknown origin. We conduct three 100% PMI spectrometer tests on raw materials upon arrival, after forging, and before shipment to ensure that the nickel content is no less than 8.0% and the chromium content is no less than 18.0%, which is accurately reflected in the EN 10204 3.1 quality assurance certificate.

Q: If my project is very urgent, what is the fastest delivery time for bulk orders of commonly used specifications?

A: We maintain approximately 500 tons of ASME/DIN standard commonly used stainless steel flange semi-finished and finished products in our central warehouse. For standard Slip-On or Blind flanges, we can ship within 48 to 72 hours after receiving the letter of credit or prepayment. Even for custom bulk orders requiring rescheduling, we can deliver within 15-25 days through the coordinated operation of multiple forging production lines.

Q: For our bidding projects in Europe/North America, can your flanges pass local legal and regulatory audits?

A: Absolutely. We hold the EU PED 2014/68/EU pressure equipment certification, meaning our manufacturing processes and quality control fully comply with the entry regulations for critical pressure vessel and piping projects in Europe and North America. We also frequently undergo on-site inspections conducted by organizations such as TÜV, SGS, and Intertek on behalf of overseas buyers, with a 100% pass rate.

Q: How do you prevent salt spray corrosion or scratches on the sealing surface of stainless steel flanges during sea freight (40-50 days)?

A: Our export-grade packaging is extremely rigorous: First, the flange sealing surface (RF/RTJ) is 100% covered with a thick plastic protective cover to prevent impact; second, the entire flange is thoroughly dried and wrapped in a vapor phase insulated bag (VCI bag); finally, all flanges are tightly sealed in a strong, fumigation-free plywood box, secured with wooden boards on all sides to prevent damage from sea transport.

Q: Do you support production according to customers' special drawings (non-standard parts) or designated brand marking?

A: Yes. We have over 15 years of OEM/ODM manufacturing experience. You only need to provide CAD/SolidWorks drawings, and our engineering team can conduct process assessments and provide quotations. For long-term industrial wholesalers, we offer neutral packaging or full private label (designated brand marking) services, while strictly maintaining trade confidentiality.

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