Product Specification

SUS304 Stainless Steel EPQ Wire for Kitchen Rack and Basket

Product Introduction

SUS304 Stainless Steel EPQ Wire is a bright-surface stainless steel wire designed for wire-forming and fabrication applications, including kitchen racks, baskets, holders, and other formed wire components.

This product uses SUS304 stainless steel and is available in a diameter range of 0.15–12 mm. The product example is based on 3.5 mm wire, while other diameters can be specified according to the finished component and manufacturing process.

The wire is supplied in a defined EPQ condition with a bright surface. For kitchen rack and basket production, material grade, wire diameter, surface condition, mechanical properties, and forming requirements should be considered together when selecting the appropriate specification.

Technical Parameters

Actual diameter tolerance, tensile strength, elongation, surface requirements, and applicable standard should be confirmed according to the specific order specification.

What Is SUS304 EPQ Wire?

SUS304 EPQ wire is stainless steel wire manufactured from the 304 stainless steel grade and supplied in a specified EPQ condition.

For wire-forming applications, the material condition is an important selection factor. This product should not be confused with annealed stainless steel wire, which has a softer material condition and is generally selected when higher ductility is required for subsequent processing.

For kitchen rack and basket manufacturing, the required wire specification should be evaluated according to:

• Stainless steel grade

• Wire diameter

• Material condition

• Surface finish

• Tensile strength

• Elongation

• Bending requirements

• Welding or assembly process

• Finished component design

304 Stainless Steel for Kitchen Wire Products

SUS304 is a commonly used austenitic stainless steel grade for fabricated products.

For kitchen racks and baskets, the material selection should consider the actual service environment, cleaning conditions, temperature, exposure to moisture, and other relevant factors.

The use of SUS304 alone should not be interpreted as a universal guarantee of corrosion resistance in every environment. Actual corrosion performance depends on the material condition, surface condition, surrounding environment, and service conditions.

Bright Surface

A bright surface is an important characteristic when stainless steel wire is used to manufacture visible components.

For kitchen racks and baskets, the finished wire surface can affect the visual appearance of the product. The required surface condition should therefore be specified together with the stainless steel grade and wire diameter.

Where the finished product requires additional polishing or surface treatment, the downstream process should also be considered when selecting the initial wire specification.

Diameter Range: 0.15–12 mm

The available diameter range for this product is 0.15–12 mm.

The example product uses 3.5 mm SUS304 EPQ wire, but the applicable diameter should be selected according to the design and production requirements of the finished wire component.

For kitchen racks and baskets, diameter selection may be affected by:

• Finished product dimensions

• Wire spacing

• Bending radius

• Forming method

• Welding process

• Required rigidity

• Manufacturing equipment

A larger diameter should not automatically be considered better. The appropriate size depends on the component design and required mechanical properties.

Applications

Kitchen Racks

SUS304 EPQ wire can be used for manufacturing various kitchen rack components, including wire racks, storage racks, holders, and other formed wire structures.

The selected diameter and material condition should correspond to the rack design and forming process.

Kitchen Baskets

The wire can also be used for basket-type kitchen products that are manufactured through bending, forming, welding, and assembly processes.

For these applications, surface appearance and dimensional consistency can be important because the wire is often visible in the finished product.

Wire Holders and Supports

Depending on the product design, SUS304 EPQ wire can be processed into holders, supports, frames, and other formed wire components.

The required wire diameter and mechanical condition should be determined according to the forming geometry and production equipment.

Custom Wire-Formed Components

The same stainless steel wire specification can be considered for other custom wire-forming applications where SUS304 material and a bright surface are required.

The final application should determine the required grade, diameter, surface, and mechanical properties.

Product Advantages

SUS304 Stainless Steel

The product uses a clearly defined SUS304 / AISI 304 stainless steel grade, making the material specification easier to identify during B2B procurement.

Bright Surface

The bright surface is suitable for visible wire components where surface appearance is part of the finished-product requirements.

0.15–12 mm Diameter Range

The available range covers fine wire through larger wire sizes, allowing the specification to be selected according to different wire-forming requirements.

Suitable for Wire Forming

The product can be considered for bending, forming, welding, and fabrication processes when the selected material condition is compatible with the production method.

Multiple Standards

The product can be specified according to applicable AISI, ASTM, EN, and JIS requirements, subject to the selected material grade and order specification.

Flexible Packaging

Coil and spool packaging can be selected according to the customer's production, transportation, and handling requirements.

Quality Control

For stainless steel wire used in kitchen racks and baskets, quality should be evaluated through measurable product specifications.

Key inspection items can include:

• Material grade

• Chemical composition

• Wire diameter

• Diameter tolerance

• Surface condition

• Tensile strength

• Elongation

• Material condition

• Coil weight

• Packaging condition

For repeat production, maintaining consistent material grade, diameter, surface requirements, and inspection criteria provides a clear basis for controlling product consistency.

Wire Selection for Kitchen Racks and Baskets

Choosing stainless steel wire for a kitchen rack or basket should start with the finished-product design rather than selecting the diameter alone.

A practical selection sequence is:

Finished Product → Material Grade → Wire Diameter → Material Condition → Surface → Forming Process → Welding/Assembly → Packaging

For example, a kitchen basket made from 3.5 mm wire may have different requirements from a fine-wire rack. The final diameter should therefore be determined according to the actual design and production process.

EPQ Wire vs. Annealed Stainless Steel Wire

SUS304 EPQ wire and annealed stainless steel wire have different material conditions and should not be used interchangeably.

If a manufacturing process requires extensive deformation, the material condition should be evaluated against the actual forming requirements before production.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SUS304 EPQ wire?

SUS304 EPQ wire is stainless steel wire made from SUS304 / AISI 304 stainless steel and supplied in a specified EPQ condition with a bright surface.

What diameter range is available?

The specified diameter range is 0.15–12 mm. The example application uses 3.5 mm wire.

Can this wire be used for kitchen baskets?

Yes. The product is intended for applications including kitchen racks, baskets, holders, and other wire-formed components, subject to the required design and manufacturing process.

Is 3.5 mm the only available size?

No. 3.5 mm is an example specification for the referenced kitchen rack and basket application. The listed diameter range is 0.15–12 mm, with the actual size selected according to the finished product requirements.

Is this annealed stainless steel wire?

No. This product is specified as EPQ wire with a hard material condition. It should not be described as annealed wire.

Is SUS304 suitable for every kitchen environment?

Material suitability depends on the actual service environment. Moisture, cleaning chemicals, temperature, surface condition, and other operating factors should be considered when selecting the stainless steel grade.

Recommended Inquiry Specification

For technical confirmation, buyers can provide:

SUS304 + Diameter + Diameter Tolerance + Bright Surface + Material Condition + Tensile Strength + Standard + Coil/Spool Requirement + Application

For kitchen racks and baskets, it is also useful to provide a drawing or finished-product specification so that the wire diameter and material condition can be evaluated according to the actual forming process.