Which stainless steel ball should be used as the polishing media for jewelry: 201 or 304?
For the jewelry‑polishing industry, which demands meticulous attention to detail and stringent material specifications, selecting the right polishing media is of paramount importance. Accordingly, we strongly recommend using 304 stainless steel as the polishing medium for the following reasons: First, jewelry polishing is a process that must both ensure surface luster and prevent contamination.
2025-07-16
Properties of 304 Stainless Steel Balls
304 stainless steel ball
It is the most widely used type of steel ball on the market, suitable for medical devices, the chemical industry, aerospace, and plastic hardware applications, including perfume bottles, sprayers, valves, nail polish containers, electric motors, switches, electric irons, washing machines, refrigerators, air conditioners, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts, bearings, precision instruments, and baby bottles.
2025-06-11
Hardness of Steel Balls and Its Testing Methods
The hardness of steel balls is an important material property that is influenced by factors such as chemical composition, heat treatment, and cooling rate, and can be determined using a variety of testing methods.
2025-05-21