C18 · Apparel & Garment

Stainless Steel Plates for Textile and Apparel Industry: 304/201 Selection and List of Three Parts

In the textile and apparel industry, we have organized three parts using stainless steel: commonly used 304 / 201, with thickness ranging from 0.3–3 mm.

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Stainless rollers and cylinders for light industry production lines
Selection and specifications for light industrial production lines: Stainless rollers, cylinders, and frames (schematic; actual selection based on medium, temperature, and drawings)

Three parts and material list

Part / ComponentRecommended designationSize / ThicknessSurfaceMain Failure ModesReference Standards
Chain Head/Chain Tooth304/2010.3–1.5mmPolishing/Glazing/Dielectric CoatingRepeated Pulling and Searing + Sweat Cl⁻ CorrosionQB/T 2171
Buttons/Nails/Snap Eyes304/2010.3–1.0mmMirror Finish/Rubbed FinishSweat + Laundry Detergent + FrictionQB/T Standard Series
Pouch Buckles/Packaging Hardware304/2010.8–3.0mmPolished/Glazed/DieptreatedLoad Bearing + Sweat + Leather Tanning AgentQB/T 1333 and Others
Table IsStandard Configuration.Specify Usage Conditions Clearly Instead of Specifying Grades Directly for the Same Part in Different Media, Temperatures, and Welding Methods.

Material Selection Tips

  • Common Steel Grades: 304 (3), 201 (3)
  • Thickness Range: 0.3–3 mm

Common Issues

Which stainless steel is used most in textile and clothing industries?
Top 3 parts by quantity: 304 (3 items), 201 (3 items). Specific part may vary based on media and temperature, e.g., stainless countertops exposed to salt water should use 316L instead of 304.
Which part is most prone to issues?
Typical issue: "Pull-tab head/pull-tab tooth" - repeated opening/closing wear + sweat Cl⁻ corrosion. Recommended grade: 304/201, thickness range: 0.3–1.5 mm. This scenario requires specifying media concentration, temperature, and cleaning method in the design phase.
What thickness should I select?
Thickness range in the list is 0.3–3 mm. For thin plates, consider bending and surface finish; for thick plates, welding and structural strength. Values may vary by manufacturer for the same part based on your drawing or operating conditions. Recheck as needed.

Related Materials and Adjacent Industries

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Applications3
Thickness0.3–3mm
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