Stainless steel coil is a highly versatile and widely used product in various industries due to its exceptional properties, including strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion.
The price of stainless steel coil can vary significantly based on a few key factors:
Grade of Stainless Steel: Different grades such as 304, 316, and 430 have different price points. Higher-grade stainless steel like 316 tends to be more expensive due to its higher corrosion resistance and molybdenum content.
Thickness and Width: The thickness and width of the coil directly impact the price. Thicker or wider coils typically cost more due to the additional material required.
Market Demand and Supply: Prices fluctuate based on global market trends, supply chain issues, and demand from industries like automotive, construction, and manufacturing.
Finishes and Processing: Specialty finishes (e.g., polished, brushed, or mirror) or additional processing (e.g., cutting, slitting, or edge preparation) can add to the cost.
Location and Shipping: Freight and transportation costs can affect pricing, particularly if the coils are imported or need to be transported over long distances.
Stainless steel coils of different specifications
We provide you with some commonly used specifications of stainless steel coils to meet the fields you may use. Different thickness, width and material will affect the mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, processability, aesthetics and cost of the stainless steel coils.
Thickness | Width | Material | Application Areas | Advantages |
0.1mm - 1mm | 500mm - 1000mm | 304,430 | Home appliances, decorations, tableware, light structural parts | Easy to bend and shape,suitable for occasions requiring precise size. |
1mm - 3mm | 1000mm - 1500mm | 304,316,430 | Food processing equipment, kitchen utensils, building decoration | Suitable for medium load applications, large-scale processing, and a wide range of applications. |
3mm - 5mm | 1500mm or more | 316,310,2205 | Chemical equipment, pressure vessels, shipbuilding, heavy machinery | High strength and pressure resistance, suitable for high pressure and harsh working environment. Suitable for large-scale industrialization and production of large-size parts. |
5mm and above | 1500mm or more | 316L,904L | Petrochemical, petrochemical equipment, pressure vessels, high temperature applications |
Various grades to suit different environments
Grade | Features |
304 Stainless Steel Coil | Corrosion resistance, formability and weldability |
316 Stainless Steel Coil | Corrosion resistance (stronger than 304) |
430 Stainless Steel Coil | Corrosion resistance (not as good as 304 and 316), low cost |
2205 Stainless Steel Coil | Has higher strength, corrosion resistance and crack resistance |
Stainless steel coils with different treatments
Surface treatment type | Appearance Description | Corrosion resistance | Application Areas | Advantage |
2B | Smooth and slightly textured | Good for general use | Industrial equipment, architectural decoration, kitchen utensils | Low cost, suitable for most applications |
BA | Shiny and smooth | Good, suitable for high-end decoration | Home appliances, automotive exteriors, architectural decorations | Bright and beautiful, suitable for high-end decorative needs |
8K | Mirror effect, strong reflection | Excellent, suitable for special environment | High-end decorations, precision instruments, luxury goods | Extremely high visual effect, suitable for high-end needs |
HL | Long strip texture, brushed effect | Good, moderate | Architectural decorations, kitchen equipment, home appliances | Exquisite brushed effect, suitable for decorative needs |
Mirror | Mirror effect, strong reflection | Excellent, suitable for special environment | High-end decorations, precision instruments, automotive interiors | Extremely high gloss and reflection effect, suitable for high-end market |