Scratch Resistant 3/16 Inch Stainless Steel Sheet BS 1449 For Food Processing Machinery
Stainless Sheets 3/16in, BS 1449, Scratch-Resistant, Food Processing Machinery
The stainless steel sheet (3/16in / 4.76mm thickness) is a heavy-duty material engineered for demanding food processing and packaging machinery. Compliant with BS 1449, this sheet features a scratch-resistant surface finish achieved through specialized cold-rolling and passivation processes, ensuring longevity in abrasive environments. Made from 316-grade stainless steel, it offers superior resistance to food acids, cleaning agents, and high-pressure washdowns. The 3/16in thickness provides structural rigidity for heavy machinery components while maintaining compliance with global hygiene standards, making it ideal for meat processing lines, dairy equipment, and beverage filling systems.
2. Detailed Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | 316 Stainless Steel (BS 1449 Grade 316S31 / UNS S31600) |
| Element Composition | C: ≤0.03%, Cr: 16–18%, Ni: 10–14%, Mo: 2–3%, Mn: ≤2%, Si: ≤1%, P: ≤0.045%, S: ≤0.03% |
| Thickness | 3/16in (4.76mm) ±0.1mm tolerance |
| Dimensions | Standard sheets: 1000mm x 2000mm (customizable up to 2500mm width) |
| Surface Finish | No. 4 Brushed (Ra 0.4–0.8µm) with scratch-resistant passivation layer |
| Certifications | BS 1449, ISO 22000, FDA CFR 21, EHEDG, 3-A Sanitary Standards |
| Mechanical Properties | Tensile Strength: ≥515 MPa Yield Strength: ≥205 MPa Elongation: ≥40% Hardness: ≤95 HRB |
| Applications | Conveyor belts, meat slicers, cheese molds, industrial mixers, CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems |
3. Advantages of Importing Our Product
- Scratch Resistance: Proprietary passivation reduces surface wear by 50% compared to standard finishes (tested per ASTM B117).
- BS 1449 Compliance: Guaranteed mechanical properties and chemical composition for UK/EU market access.
- Hygienic Design: Smooth, non-porous surface meets 3-A and EHEDG standards for easy sanitation.
- Cost Savings: 15–20% lower pricing than European mills, with MOQs starting at 1 ton.
- Custom Fabrication: Precision laser cutting, CNC punching, and edge grinding for seamless machinery integration.
4. Key Applications
- Meat & Poultry Processing: Durable cutting blades, bone saw guides, and brine injection plates.
- Dairy Industry: Cheese press plates, milk homogenizer chambers, and yogurt fermentation tanks.
- Beverage Production: Canning line components, bottling machine frames, and syrup mixing vessels.
- Bakery Equipment: Dough sheeters, oven conveyor belts, and anti-microbial worktables.
Engineered for rigorous food safety and operational efficiency, these BS 1449-certified sheets ensure reliability, compliance, and reduced downtime in global food processing facilities.
1.Custom made Products
If you have your own design , we can produce according to your specification and drawing
2.Quantity Guarantee
Wire diameter,Mesh hole ,Dimension and clips will be Guaranteed
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5.Design
Customers’ design is acceptable
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