What is 316 Stainless Steel

What exactly is 316 Stainless Steel?

It is common to add alloys to steel to improve the desired properties. This stainless steel grade is marine, is known as Type 316, is resistant to certain types of acidic environments.

There are numerous types of stainless steel , 316. The most common are the L F, H, and H variants. Each variant is different and each serves various purposes. L means that 316L steel is more carbon than 316.

for 316 as well as 316L Stainless Steel Common Quality

While they are similar to Type 304 commonly found in the food industry, the Type 316 and 316L both have higher resistance to corrosion. They also have greater strength at high temperatures. They are not hardened with heat treatments and can be easily stretched and shaped.

A distinction between the 316 and 316L Stainless Steel

316L stainless steel is less carbon than 316. But even with its low carbon levels, 316L is very similar to 316 in nearly every way. The cost is comparable as are both durable and resistant against corrosion, making it a suitable choice for conditions that require a lot of stress.

However, for projects that require lots for welding, then 316L can be a better choice due to the fact that 316 is more susceptible to welding corrosion over the other 316L (corrosion to the weld). However, 316L can be annealed, allowing it to resist the attenuation of welding. The 316L is a suitable stainless steel for use in high temperature, high corrosion applications This is why it is so sought-after in marine and construction.

None of 316 nor 316L is the cheapest choice. The 304 is comparable to 304L but the cost is lower. It isn't as durable as the 317 or 317L which have a higher molybdenum concentration and better total corrosion resistance.

Physical properties of type 316 and of 316L steels

Density 0.799g/cubic centimeter

Electrical resistivity: 74 microhm-centimeters (20 degrees Celsius)

Specific Heat: 0.50 kiloJoules/kilogram-Kelvin (0-100 degrees Celsius)

Thermal conductivity: 16.2 Watts/meter-Kelvin (100 degrees Celsius)

Modulus of Elasticity (MPa): 193 x103 in tension

Melting Range: 2,500-2,550 degrees Fahrenheit (1,371-1,399 degrees Celsius)

Stainless Steel 316L Powder Properties

Other Names Stainless Steel Powders, powders SS316, SS316L

No. of CAS. 52013-36-2

Compound Formula Compound Formula

Molecular Weight N/A

Appearance grey black powder

Melting Point N/A

Boiling Point N/A

Density 7.9g/cm3

Solubility in H2O N/A

Exact Mass N/A

What is an 316L Stainless Steel used for?

It is commonly used in the petrochemical and chemical industries, food processing pharmaceutical equipment medical devices and drinking water treatment, Marine applications and in coastal areas or in urban areas. For example:

Chemical containers, heaters and transporters and process industrial equipments in the production of organic fatty acids and other organic compounds;

Shipbuilding pipes as well as pumps, valves fittings, and shipbuilding;

Pipelines for the oil and gas industry, valves, pumps heat exchangers,

Mining for screen weaving;

Pipe fittings , machined parts and pipe fittings in pipe fittings.

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