304 Stainless Steel Seamless Pipe
304 Stainless Steel Seamless Pipe is an austenitic stainless steel pipe manufactured without a longitudinal welded seam. It is widely used across industrial, food-processing, water, architectural, chemical and general engineering applications because of its combination of corrosion resistance, strength, fabrication properties and versatility.
The product may also be searched as seamless 304 stainless steel tubing, stainless steel 304 pipes, SS 304 seamless pipe, or SS 304 seamless tube.
For industrial procurement, the correct product should be selected according to the grade, applicable standard, pipe dimensions, wall thickness, schedule, length, operating conditions and inspection requirements.
304 stainless steel pipe specifications
View ASTM A312 TP304 seamless pipe specifications and check SS 304 welded pipe size ranges from 1/8" to 24".
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SS 304 pipe price list
Get the latest 304 stainless steel seamless pipe price list from leading SS 304 pipe manufacturers in India.
| Description | Price (USD) | Price/kg (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Round SS304 Pipe, 2 inch, 4 mm | $ 2.68 | ₹ 230 |
| Rectangle 304 SS Pipe, 6 meter | $ 2.10 | ₹ 180 |
| 304 SS Pipes, 1/2 inch, 3/4 inch | $ 0.82 | ₹ 70 |
SS 304 seamless pipe HSN code
For customs & import/export documentation.
SS 304 pipe sizes & pressure rating
Complete size and pressure reference for AISI 304 pipe in various NPS and schedule configurations.
| NPS (inch) | Wall Thickness (inch) |
|---|---|
| 1/4 | 0.088 |
| 3/8 | 0.091 |
| 1/2 | 0.147 |
| 3/4 | 0.113 |
| 3/4 | 0.154 |
| 1 | 0.179 |
| 1 | 0.133 |
| 1-1/4 | 0.14 |
| 1-1/2 | 0.109 |
| 1-1/2 | 0.145 |
| 1-1/2 | 0.2 |
| 2 | 0.109 |
| 2 | 0.154 |
| 2 | 0.065 |
| 2 | 0.218 |
| 2-1/2 | 0.203 |
| 3 | 0.12 |
| 3 | 0.083 |
| 3 | 0.216 |
| 3-1/2 | 0.318 |
| 4 | 0.237 |
| 5 | 0.134 |
| 6 | 0.109 |
| 8 | 0.322 |
| NPS (inch) | Sch | Temperature (°F) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 750 | 700 | 650 | 600 | 500 | 400 | 300 | 200 | 100 | ||
| 1 | 80 | 2501 | 2528 | 2580 | 2659 | 2791 | 3002 | 3265 | 3634 | 4213 |
| 1 1/2 | 40 | 1340 | 1354 | 1383 | 1425 | 1496 | 1608 | 1750 | 1947 | 2257 |
| 2 | 160 | 2671 | 2699 | 2755 | 2840 | 2980 | 3205 | 3486 | 3880 | 4499 |
| 3 | 40 | 1072 | 1084 | 1106 | 1140 | 1196 | 1287 | 1400 | 1558 | 1806 |
| 4 | 80 | 1314 | 1328 | 1355 | 1397 | 1466 | 1577 | 1715 | 1909 | 2213 |
| 5 | 160 | 2027 | 2049 | 2091 | 2155 | 2262 | 2433 | 2646 | 2945 | 3414 |
| 6 | 40 | 724 | 732 | 747 | 770 | 808 | 869 | 945 | 1052 | 1219 |
| 8 | 80 | 1005 | 1015 | 1036 | 1068 | 1121 | 1205 | 1311 | 1459 | 1692 |
| 10 | 80 | 956 | 966 | 986 | 1016 | 1066 | 1147 | 1247 | 1388 | 1609 |
| 160 | 1868 | 1880 | 1927 | 1986 | 2085 | 2242 | 2439 | 2714 | 3147 | |
SS 304 sch 10 pipe weight chart
Pipe weight per foot across common NPS and schedule combinations for stainless steel 304 pipe.
| ID (inch) | Wall Thickness | NPS (inch) | OD (inch) | Weight (lbs/ft) | Schedule |
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| .364 | .088 | 1/4 | .54 | .43 | 40 |
| .493 | .091 | 3/8 | .675 | .573 | 40 |
| .546 | .147 | 1/2 | .84 | .86 | 40 |
| .546 | .147 | 1/2 | .84 | 1.098 | 80 |
| .824 | .113 | 3/4 | 1.05 | 1.14 | 40 |
| .742 | .154 | 3/4 | 1.05 | 1.487 | 80 |
| 1.049 | .133 | 1 | 1.315 | 1.42 | 10 |
| .957 | .179 | 1 | 1.315 | 1.689 | 40 |
| .957 | .179 | 1 | 1.315 | 2.192 | 80 |
| 1.38 | .14 | 1-1/4 | 1.66 | 2.29 | 40 |
| 1.682 | .109 | 1-1/2 | 1.9 | 2.1 | 10 |
| 1.61 | .145 | 1-1/2 | 1.9 | 2.74 | 40 |
| 1.5 | .2 | 1-1/2 | 1.9 | 3.665 | 80 |
| 2.245 | .065 | 2 | 2.375 | 1.6 | 5 |
| 2.157 | .109 | 2 | 2.375 | 2.638 | 10 |
| 2.067 | .154 | 2 | 2.375 | 3.69 | 40 |
| 1.939 | .218 | 2 | 2.375 | 5.069 | 80 |
| 2.469 | .203 | 2-1/2 | 2.875 | 5.81 | 40 |
| 3.334 | .083 | 3 | 3.5 | 3.029 | 5 |
| 3.26 | .12 | 3 | 3.5 | 4.37 | 10 |
| 3.068 | .216 | 3 | 3.5 | 7.647 | 40 |
| 3.364 | .318 | 3-1/2 | 4 | 12.5 | 80 |
| 4.026 | .237 | 4 | 4.5 | 10.89 | 40 |
| 5.295 | .134 | 5 | 5.563 | 7.77 | 10 |
| 6.407 | .109 | 6 | 6.625 | 7.66 | 5 |
| 7.981 | .322 | 8 | 8.625 | 28.82 | 40 |
304 pipe chemical, mechanical & equivalent grades
Reference data for chemical composition, mechanical properties, and international equivalent grades of SS 304 pipe.
| GRADES | Mn | S | Cr | P | Ni | C | Si |
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| 304 Pipe | 2 | 0.03 | 18.0–20.0 | 0.045 | 8.0–11.0 | 0.08 | 1 |
| Grade | Tensile (MPa) | Yield (MPa) | Elong (%) | Hardness | |
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| Rockwell | Brinell | ||||
| 304 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 92 | 201 |
| Grade | UNS No | Old British | Euronorm | JIS | SS | ||
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| BS | En | No | Name | ||||
| 304 | S30400 | 304S31 | 58E | 1.4301 | X5CrNi18-10 | SUS 304 | 2332 |
304 SS pipe roughness & wall thickness
Reference values for pipe surface roughness Ra and wall thickness across standard NPS sizes.
| Surface Finish | Roughness – Ra |
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| Cold Drawn, Bright Annealed | 0.2 to 0.4 μm |
| Hot Finished, Scoured | 0.5 to 1.5 μm |
| Mill Finish | 1.0 to 3.0 μm |
| Electropolished | 0.1 to 0.3 μm |
| Mechanical Polish | 0.1 to 0.5 μm |
| NPS | OD (inch) | OD (mm) | Wall (inch) | Wall (mm) | Wt (lb/ft) | Wt (kg/m) |
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| 1/2″ | .840 | 21.3 | .083 | 2.11 | .68 | 1 |
| 1″ | 1.315 | 33.4 | .109 | 2.77 | 1.41 | 2.11 |
| 1 1/2″ | 1.900 | 48.3 | .109 | 2.77 | 2.1 | 3.13 |
| 2″ | 2.375 | 60.3 | .109 | 2.77 | 2.66 | 3.96 |
| 3″ | 3.500 | 88.9 | .120 | 3.05 | 4.37 | 6.50 |
| 4″ | 4.500 | 114.3 | .120 | 3.05 | 5.66 | 8.42 |
| 6″ | 6.625 | 168.3 | .134 | 3.40 | 9.35 | 13.91 |
| 10″ | 10.750 | 273.1 | .165 | 4.19 | 18.79 | 27.96 |
| 14″ | 14.000 | 355.6 | .188 | 4.78 | 27.97 | 41.62 |
| 18″ | 18.000 | 457.0 | .188 | 4.78 | 36.05 | 53.65 |
| 22″ | 22.000 | 559.0 | .218 | 5.54 | 51.14 | 76.10 |
| 30″ | 30.000 | 762.0 | .312 | 7.92 | 99.60 | 148.22 |
How to calculate SS 304 pipe weight?
Use the standard formula — weight considers outer diameter, wall thickness, and pipe length to determine weight in kg/m.
Weight (kg/m) = 0.02466 × (OD – WT) × WT
OD = Outer Diameter (mm) · WT = Wall Thickness (mm)

SS 304 pipe dimension charts
Sch 10 and Sch 40 dimensional reference — NPS, OD, ID, and wall thickness.
| NPS (inch) | Sizes | OD | ID | Length (inch) | Wall Thk |
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| 1/2 | SCH10 | 0.84 | 0.546 | 240 | 0.147 |
| 3/4 | 1.05 | 0.742 | 0.154 | ||
| 1 | 1.315 | 0.957 | 0.179 | ||
| 1-1/2 | 1.9 | 1.5 | 0.2 | ||
| 2 | 2.375 | 1.939 | 0.218 | ||
| 3-1/2 | 4 | 3.364 | 0.318 |
| NPS | Outside Dia (OD) | Wall Thickness (Sch 40) |
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| 1/8" | 0.405" (10.29 mm) | 0.068" (1.73 mm) |
| 1/4" | 0.540" (13.72 mm) | 0.088" (2.24 mm) |
| 3/8" | 0.675" (17.15 mm) | 0.091" (2.31 mm) |
| 1/2" | 0.840" (21.34 mm) | 0.109" (2.77 mm) |
| 3/4" | 1.050" (26.67 mm) | 0.113" (2.87 mm) |
| 1" | 1.315" (33.40 mm) | 0.133" (3.38 mm) |
| 1-1/4" | 1.660" (42.16 mm) | 0.140" (3.56 mm) |
| 1-1/2" | 1.900" (48.26 mm) | 0.145" (3.68 mm) |
| 2" | 2.375" (60.33 mm) | 0.154" (3.91 mm) |
| 2-1/2" | 2.875" (73.03 mm) | 0.203" (5.16 mm) |
| 3" | 3.500" (88.90 mm) | 0.216" (5.49 mm) |
| 3-1/2" | 4.000" (101.60 mm) | 0.226" (5.74 mm) |
| 4" | 4.500" (114.30 mm) | 0.237" (6.02 mm) |
| 5" | 5.563" (141.30 mm) | 0.258" (6.55 mm) |
| 6" | 6.625" (168.28 mm) | 0.280" (7.11 mm) |
| 8" | 8.625" (219.08 mm) | 0.322" (8.18 mm) |
| 10" | 10.750" (273.05 mm) | 0.365" (9.27 mm) |
| 12" | 12.750" (323.85 mm) | 0.375" (9.53 mm) |
| 14" | 14.000" (355.60 mm) | 0.375" (9.53 mm) |
| 16" | 16.000" (406.40 mm) | 0.375" (9.53 mm) |
| 18" | 18.000" (457.20 mm) | 0.375" (9.53 mm) |
| 20" | 20.000" (508.00 mm) | 0.375" (9.53 mm) |
| 24" | 24.000" (609.60 mm) | 0.500" (12.70 mm) |
SS 304 seamless pipe schedule chart
Wall thickness in mm for SS 304 seamless pipe across all standard schedule designations (5S, 10S, 40S, 80S).
| NPS | OD (mm) | SCH 5S | SCH 10S | SCH 40S | SCH 80S |
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| 1/4 | 13.72 | – | 1.65 | 2.24 | 3.02 |
| 3/8 | 17.15 | – | 1.65 | 2.31 | 3.2 |
| 1/2 | 21.34 | 1.65 | 2.11 | 2.77 | 3.73 |
| 3/4 | 26.67 | 1.65 | 2.11 | 2.87 | 3.91 |
| 1 | 33.4 | 1.65 | 2.77 | 3.38 | 4.55 |
| 1.25 | 42.16 | 1.65 | 2.77 | 3.56 | 4.85 |
| 1.5 | 48.26 | 1.65 | 2.77 | 3.68 | 5.08 |
| 2 | 60.33 | 1.65 | 2.77 | 3.91 | 5.54 |
| 2.5 | 73.03 | 2.11 | 3.05 | 5.16 | 7.01 |
| 3 | 88.9 | 2.11 | 3.05 | 5.49 | 7.62 |
| 3.5 | 101.6 | 2.11 | 3.05 | 5.74 | 8.08 |
| 4 | 114.3 | 2.11 | 3.05 | 6.02 | 8.56 |
| 5 | 141.3 | 2.77 | 3.4 | 6.55 | 9.53 |
| 6 | 168.28 | 2.77 | 3.4 | 7.11 | 10.97 |
| 8 | 219.08 | 2.77 | 3.76 | 8.18 | 12.7 |
| 10 | 273.05 | 3.4 | 4.19 | 9.27 | 12.7 |
| 12 | 323.85 | 3.96 | 4.57 | 9.53 | 12.7 |
| 14 | 355.6 | 3.96 | 4.78 | 9.53 | 12.7 |
| 16 | 406.4 | 4.19 | 4.78 | 9.53 | 12.7 |
| 18 | 457.2 | 4.19 | 4.78 | 9.53 | 12.7 |
| 20 | 508 | 4.78 | 5.54 | 9.53 | 12.7 |
| 22 | 558.8 | 4.78 | 5.54 | – | – |
| 24 | 609.6 | 5.54 | 6.35 | 9.53 | 12.7 |
Physical properties, temperature rating & surface finish
Complete physical, thermal, and surface data for UNS S30400 / SUS 304 welded and seamless pipe.
| Grade | Thermal Conductivity (W/m.K) | Electrical Resistivity (n.m) | Elastic Modulus (GPa) | Density (kg/m³) | Mean Coeff. Thermal Expansion (m/m/°C) | Specific Heat (J/kg.K) | ||||||||||||
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| at 100°C | at 500°C | 0-100°C | 0-315°C | 0-538°C | ||||||||||||||
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| Temperature (°C) | Allowable Stress (MPa) |
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| 100°C (212°F) | 133.4 MPa |
| 200°C (392°F) | 111.2 MPa |
| 300°C (572°F) | 93.2 MPa |
| 400°C (752°F) | 79.3 MPa |
| 500°C (932°F) | 68.9 MPa |
| 600°C (1112°F) | 60.7 MPa |
| 700°C (1292°F) | 55.2 MPa |
| 800°C (1472°F) | 51.7 MPa |
| 850°C (1562°F) | 50.3 MPa |
| 900°C (1652°F) | 48.9 MPa |
| 925°C (1697°F) | 47.8 MPa |
| Surface Finish | ID (RA) | OD (RA) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| μ inch | μm | μ inch | μm | ||
| AP | Annealed & Pickled | Not defined | Not defined | 40 / Not defined | 1 / Not defined |
| MP | Mechanical Polish | 40/32/25/20 | 1.0/0.8/0.6/0.5 | 32 | .8 |
| BA | Bright Annealed | 40/32/25/20 | 1.0/0.8/0.6/0.5 | 32 | .8 |
| EP | Electro Polish | 15/10/7/5 | 0.38/0.25 | 32 | .8 |
WNR 1.4301 round pipes applications
ASME SA312 SS 304 round pipes and stainless steel 304 ERW pipe are used in automotive industries, chemical plants, and many other high-demand sectors.
Chemicals
Construction
Automotive Industry
Pulp and Paper
Power Plants
Pesticides
Oil and Gas Processing
Desalination
Ship Building
Pharmaceuticals
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What Is 304 Stainless Steel Seamless Pipe?
304 stainless steel seamless pipe is made from Type 304 austenitic stainless steel and is produced without a longitudinal welded joint.
The seamless construction can be specified for applications where the project requires seamless pipe rather than welded pipe.
Key characteristics of SS 304 seamless pipe include:
- Good general corrosion resistance
- Good mechanical properties
- Good formability
- Good weldability
- Austenitic stainless steel structure
- Suitable for a broad range of industrial applications
- Available in different pipe sizes and wall thicknesses according to applicable standards
304 is one of the most widely used stainless steel grades, making it a practical choice for many general-purpose applications.
Seamless 304 Stainless Steel Tubing
The term "seamless 304 stainless steel tubing" is commonly used when referring to smaller-diameter or precision tubular products.
Although the words pipe and tube are sometimes used interchangeably in general searches, they can have different dimensional standards and applications.
For procurement, specify whether you require:
- Stainless steel pipe
- Stainless steel tube
- Outside diameter
- Nominal pipe size
- Wall thickness
- Schedule
- Length
- Applicable product standard
This prevents the wrong dimensional product from being supplied.
SS 304 Seamless Pipe Applications
304 stainless steel seamless pipes are used across many industries.
Food & Beverage Industry
Used in suitable food-processing and fluid-handling systems.
Chemical Processing
Used in applications where the corrosion resistance of 304 is appropriate for the process environment.
Water Systems
Used in selected water, utility and fluid-handling applications.
Pharmaceutical Equipment
Used in suitable equipment and piping applications where material compatibility and surface requirements are satisfied.
Architectural Applications
Stainless steel 304 can be used in architectural and decorative applications where durability and appearance are important.
Industrial Machinery
Used in equipment, fabrication and general industrial systems.
Heat Exchangers
Can be used in appropriate heat-transfer applications based on the process environment.
Why Choose SS 304 Seamless Pipe?
304 stainless steel is commonly selected because it provides a practical balance between:
Corrosion resistance + strength + fabrication + availability + cost.
Its advantages include:
- Good resistance to atmospheric corrosion
- Good resistance to many common process environments
- Good weldability
- Good formability
- Broad availability
- Wide range of industrial applications
However, 304 is not suitable for every corrosive environment. Chloride exposure and aggressive chemical conditions may require consideration of alternative grades such as 316L or higher-alloy stainless steels.
How to Select the Right 304 Seamless Pipe
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Identify the Application
Determine what the pipe will be used for and what fluid or material it will carry.
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Check the Operating Environment
Consider:
- Temperature
- Pressure
- Chemical exposure
- Chloride exposure
- Moisture
- Outdoor/indoor conditions
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Specify Dimensions
Clearly mention:
- NPS
- OD
- Wall thickness
- Schedule
- Length
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Confirm the Standard
Specify the applicable ASTM, ASME or project standard.
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Define Inspection Requirements
For industrial projects, determine whether you require:
- Material Test Certificate
- Chemical analysis
- Mechanical testing
- Dimensional inspection
- Hydrostatic testing where applicable
- NDT where specified
- Third-party inspection
Why Consider Spark Steel?
Spark Steel supplies stainless steel and metal products for industrial and architectural requirements.
For 304 stainless steel seamless pipe, customers should provide the complete technical specification so the required material can be evaluated for availability and quotation.
For a quotation, include:
- Grade
- Size
- Schedule/wall thickness
- Length
- Quantity
- Applicable standard
- Inspection requirements
- Documentation requirements
Frequently Asked Questions About 304 Stainless Steel Seamless Pipe
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