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Stainless steel is synonymous with strength, longevity and aesthetic appeal. From kitchen knives to\u00a0electrical enclosures<\/a>\u00a0and beyond, stainless steel is a material that keeps our world and our tools cleaner, safer and more functional.\u00a0However, not all stainless steel is the same. You\u2019ll find many different varieties of stainless steel in use today, and it can be challenging to remember which is which. But it\u2019s important to do the research, because different types of stainless steel have substantially different properties that affect their suitability for various applications.\u00a0At Polycase, we use 304 stainless steel for our stainless steel NEMA and\u00a0IP rated enclosures<\/a>\u00a0because it\u2019s a high-performance type of stainless steel with many advantages. In this piece, we\u2019ll talk about what those advantages are and what kind of performance you can expect from\u00a0electrical enclosures<\/a>\u00a0made from 304 stainless steel.<\/p>

Understanding Stainless Steel<\/b><\/h2>

Like all steels,\u00a0stainless steel is an alloy<\/a>\u00a0of iron, carbon and small amounts of other metals. However, stainless steel is different because its composition also includes a substantial amount of chromium.\u00a0The addition of chromium gives stainless steel its desirable properties, including\u00a0its resistance to corrosion<\/a>\u00a0and its brilliant appearance. When normal steel comes into contact with a source of oxidation, such as water, the iron that\u2019s present in the steel starts giving away its electrons, forming iron oxide\u2014better known as rust. In contrast, the chromium in stainless steel helps create a protective layer that makes the steel much less reactive and helps protect it from corrosion.\u00a0Stainless steel comes in many different types that vary by composition. Carbon content, chromium content and the content of other metals like nickel and molybdenum set the different types of stainless steels apart and make them suitable for different functions.<\/p>

What Is 304 Stainless Steel?<\/b><\/h2>

304 stainless steel is one of the most popular types of stainless steel. It\u2019s a member of the\u00a0austenitic family of stainless steels<\/a>, which means that 304 stainless also contains nickel in addition to chromium.\u00a0The defining features of 304 stainless steel are its inclusion of at least 18 percent chromium and 8 percent nickel, which is why it\u2019s also known as 18\/8 steel. This is a uniquely well-balanced combination that produces a number of desirable material qualities. Some of the positive qualities of 304 stainless steel include:<\/p>