Infographic: Type 304 vs 316 Stainless Steel

When it comes to stainless steel, Types 304 and 316 are the most common types you’re going to come across. To the naked eye, it can be extremely difficult to tell the difference between these grades of stainless steel.

In fact, 304 and 316 stainless steel look almost identical, which can make it hard to differentiate between the two. Check out this infographic to find out how they differ and the different applications where each grade should be used.