What are the differences between Stainless Steel 304 Shower Slider and 301 Shower Slider?

There are significant differences between Stainless Steel 304Shower Slide Bar and 301Shower Slide Bar in many aspects. These differences are listed in detail below:
The national standard numbers are different:
The national standard number of 304 stainless steel is 0Cr18Ni9. The national standard number of 301 stainless steel is 1Cr17Ni7.
Performance differences:
304 stainless steel is a general-purpose stainless steel that is widely used in the production of equipment and parts with good overall performance (corrosion resistance and molding). It is resistant to high temperatures of 800°C, has good processing properties and high toughness, so it is widely used in the industrial and furniture decoration industries, as well as the food and medical industries.
The deformation of 301 stainless steel shows obvious work hardening phenomenon, and it is suitable for various occasions with high strength requirements. Through cold deformation treatment, the strength, hardness and sufficient plasticity and toughness of the steel can be retained. At the same time, it has good anti-rust properties under atmospheric conditions, but the corrosion resistance is poor. The corrosion resistance in acid and alkali salt chemical media is Poor.
Material differences:
Compared with 304 steel, 301 steel has a higher C content and lower Cr and Ni contents. This difference leads to different physical and chemical properties between the two.
Application scenarios:
304Stainless Steel Shower Slide Bar is extremely common in both domestic and commercial settings due to its excellent corrosion resistance and wide applicability.
301Stainless Steel Shower Slide Bar is more suitable for special occasions that require high strength and lightweight, such as industrial environments or bathrooms with specific designs.
Cost considerations:
Generally speaking, due to the wide application and mature production process of 304 stainless steel, its cost may be relatively low.
Due to its specific properties and application scenarios, the cost of 301 stainless steel may be relatively high.