| Grade |
Why it might be chosen instead of 430 |
| 430F |
Higher machinability than 430 is needed in bar product, and reduced corrosion resistance is acceptable. |
| 434 |
Better pitting resistance is required |
| 304 |
Slightly higher corrosion resistance is needed, together with greatly improved ability to be welded and cold formed |
| 316 |
Much better corrosion resistance is needed, together with greatly improved ability to be welded and cold formed |
| 3CR12 |
A lower corrosion resistance is acceptable in a cost-critical application |
