Stainless steel grooved inlay profile is a decorative finishing strip with a narrow grooved channel designed to be inlaid flush into flooring, wall cladding, or countertop surfaces, creating a precise linear accent that separates materials or defines zones within a larger surface composition. Manufactured from 304 or 316 grade stainless steel, the profile sits at surface level and is mechanically anchored or adhesive-bonded into a pre-cut groove.
Grooved inlay stainless steel profiles are used in wood-to-tile floor transitions, decorative floor grid designs, countertop material junction lines, wall panel dividers, concrete expansion joint covers, and architectural accent banding in hotels, airports, retail environments, and high-end residential interiors.
Specification chart of stainless steel grooved inlay profile
Specification chart of stainless steel grooved inlay profile
| SPECIFICATION | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Length | 8/10FT |
| Color | Gold,Black, Rose Gold, Bronze |
| Packaging Type | Wooden |
| Finish | Brushed, Mirror |
| Size | 6mm to 100mm |
| Thickness | 3-10 mm |
Stainless steel inlay profile application
- Lift interiors
- Display counters
- Cabinet and door edging
- Wall and ceiling decoration
- Furniture panel inlays
SS grooved inlay profile manufacturing process
- Step 1: Select SS grade (304 / 316 / 201)
- Step 2: Cut sheets into strips (CNC, laser, or shearing)
- Step 3: Form profiles using roll bending or forming
- Step 4: Finish with mirror brush, polish, or PVD color
- Step 5: Inspect quality – finish, dimensions, and strength
Size chart of stainless steel inlay strip
Size chart of stainless steel inlay strip
| Profile Type | Width (mm) | Thickness (mm) | Height/Depth (mm) | Length (standard) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L Profile | 6–25 | 0.5–1.2 | 6–25 | 2440mm / 3048mm |
| T Profile | 6–50 | 0.5–1.5 | 6–25 | |
| U Profile | 6–30 | 0.5–1.2 | 6–15 | |
| Flat Bar Inlay | 6–100 | 0.8–2.0 | — |
Weight chart of SS grooved inlay profile
Weight chart of SS grooved inlay profile
| Profile Type | Weight per meter (kg) | Size (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| U Profile | 0.10 | 10 × 10 × 1.0 |
| T Profile | 0.11 | 12 × 12 × 1.0 |
| L Profile | 0.09 | 10 × 10 × 1.0 |
| Flat Bar | 0.20 | 25 × 1.0 |
Decorative stainless steel inlay profile chemical composition
Decorative stainless steel inlay profile chemical composition
| Element | SS 304 | SS 316L | SS 304L | SS 316 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 0.030 max | 0.03 max | 0.03 max | 0.030 max |
| Cr | 18 – 20 | 16.00 - 18.00 | 18 – 20 | 16.00 - 18.00 |
| Mo | - | 2.00 - 3.00 | - | 2.00 - 3.00 |
| C | 0.08 max | 0.035 max | 0.035 max | 0.08 max |
| Mn | 2 max | 2.0 max | 2.0 max | 2.0 max |
| Si | 0.75 max | 1.0 max | 1.0 max | 1.0 max |
| P | 0.045 max | 0.045 max | 0.045 max | 0.045 max |
| Ni | 8 – 11 | 10.00 - 14.00 | 8 – 13 | 11.00 - 14.00 |
| Fe | - | 68.89 min | - | 67.845 min |
Stainless steel divider inlay profile mechanical properties
Stainless steel divider inlay profile mechanical properties
| Element | SS 316/316L | SS 304 / 304L |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 |
| Density | 8.0 g/cm3 | 8.0 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | 1400 °C (2550 °F) | 1400 °C (2550 °F) |
| Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 |
| Elongation | 35 % | 35 % |
Equivalent grades of SS 304 inlay profile
Equivalent grades of SS 304 inlay profile
| Standard | SS 316 | SS 304 | SS 304L | SS 316L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BS | 316S31 / 316S33 | 304S31 | 3304S11 | 316S11 / 316S13 |
| GOST | - | 08Х18Н10 | 03Х18Н11 | 03Ch17N14M3 / 03Ch17N14M2 |
| WERKSTOFF NR. | 1.4401 / 1.4436 | 1.4301 | 1.4306 / 1.4307 | 1.4404 / 1.4435 |
| UNS | S31600 | S30400 | S30403 | S31603 |
| JIS | SUS 316 | SUS 304 | SUS 304L | SUS 316L |
| AFNOR | Z7CND17‐11‐02 | Z7CN18‐09 | Z3CN18‐10 | Z3CND17‐11‐02 / Z3CND18‐14‐03 |
| EN | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 / X3CrNiMo17-13-3 | X5CrNi18-10 | X2CrNi18-9 / X2CrNi19-11 | X2CrNiMo17-12-2 / X2CrNiMo18-14-3 |
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