Stainless orders fail most often on vague grade or finish. 304 and 316 remain the most common austenitic plates; 2205 duplex is chosen for chloride environments when designers need higher strength.
Specify clearly
- Grade and standard (ASTM A240, GB, EN)
- Surface: No.1 hot rolled, 2B, or polished if required
- Thickness tolerance class and flatness if structural
Include whether material is for export fabrication or domestic installation—documentation and marking requirements differ. We reply from Wuxi with mill options and lead times.