304 Stainless Steel Band Foil Sheet Metal Plate Strip Panel thick 0.02mm-1mm

For shimming and precision alignment tasks, thicknesses between 0.02mm and 0.1mm are typical. Gasket blanks and flexible spring strips generally use 0.1mm–0.3mm. Structural brackets, edge guards, and load-bearing strips work best at 0.4mm–1mm. If you are unsure, measure the gap or clearance you need to fill and select the closest available thickness.

Yes. 304 stainless steel has a minimum tensile strength of 515 MPa and yield strength of 205 MPa in the annealed condition. For thin foil applications (shims, gaskets, shields), these values are more than adequate. For high-stress structural parts requiring greater hardness, consider 316 or 17-4 PH grades instead.

304 stainless steel performs well in most outdoor environments, including rain and humidity. It resists rust through a self-repairing chromium oxide passive layer. However, it is not ideal for prolonged exposure to chloride-rich environments (such as coastal saltwater or de-icing salt). For those conditions, 316 grade stainless steel offers better chloride resistance.

Yes. Sheets up to approximately 0.2mm can be cut with sharp scissors, a craft knife and steel rule, or a rotary cutter. Thicknesses from 0.2mm to 0.5mm work well with aviation tin snips or a nibbler. For 0.5mm–1mm, an angle grinder with a thin cutting disc, a jigsaw with a metal blade, or a laser cutter will give the cleanest results. Always deburr cut edges before handling.

304 stainless steel is weldable using TIG, MIG (with 308L filler), or spot welding processes. Very thin foils (under 0.1mm) require careful heat control to avoid warping or burn-through. Soldering is possible with appropriate stainless steel flux, though adhesive bonding or mechanical fastening is often preferred for thin-gauge applications.

For shim stock, the 200mm × 300mm sheet is a practical starting size that allows you to cut multiple shims from a single piece. For longer continuous strips (e.g., wrapping around a pipe or lining a channel), the 1000mm length options give you more material per piece. Select the width closest to — but not smaller than — your required shim width to minimize waste.

Thickness tolerances for cold-rolled stainless steel foil are typically ±10% of the nominal thickness for gauges under 0.1mm, and ±5–8% for gauges 0.1mm and above, in line with standard cold-rolling practices. If your application requires tighter tolerances, please contact us to confirm before ordering.