What is 316 Stainless Steel

What's 316? Stainless Steel?

It is common to add alloys to steel to increase the desired properties. Steel that has been treated as marine grade, known as Type 316, is resistant to certain kinds of environment that are corrosive.

There are many different types from stainless steel with 316. Some of the most popular types are L F, N and H variations. Each differs slightly, and each is used for an entirely different purpose. L refers to 316L as having a carbon content below the 316.

The 316 and the 316L Stainless Steel Common Quality

Although they're comparable to Type 304 commonly found in the food industry, the Type 316 and 316L both exhibit better corrosion resistance and are more robust in high temperatures. They cannot be harmed with heat treatments and can be easily bent and stretched.

What is the difference between 316 as well as 316L? Stainless Steel

316L stainless-steel has less carbon than 316. Even with its lesser carbon contents, 316L is very similar to 316 , in almost every way. The cost is similar and both are tough and resistant against corrosion, making it a suitable choice for extreme stress situations.

However, for projects that require a significant amount for welding, then 316L may be a more suitable choice since 316 is more prone to welding corrosion as compared to an 316L (corrosion within the weld). However, 316L can be annealed in order to prevent welding attenuation. It is also a suitable stainless for high temperatures and high corrosion which is why it is extremely popular in marine and construction.

The 316L and 304L are not the same. 316L is the most cost-effective option. The 304 is comparable to the 304L but the price is much lower. Neither is as durable as the 317 and 317L which are stronger, have higher molybdenum contents and better in general resistance to corrosion.

Physical properties of type 316 and the 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)

Conductivity of the thermal fluid: 16.2 Watts/meter-Kelvin (100 degrees Celsius)

Modulus of Elasticity (MPa): 193 x 103 under 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, SS316 powder, SS316L powder

CAS No. 52013-36-2

Compound Formula SS316L

Molecular Weight N/A

Appearance Grey black powder

Melting Point N/A

Boiling Point N/A

Density 7.9g/cm3

Solubility in H2O

Exact Mass N/A

What exactly is an 316L Stainless Steel used for?

It is frequently used in the chemical and petrochemical industry as well as food processing as well as pharmaceutical equipment medical devices as well as drinking water, wastewater 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 fatty and organic acids;

Vessels and shipbuilding pipes pipelines, pumps and valves fittings, shipbuilding,

Pipelines of the oil and gas industry as well as valves, pumps, heat exchangers;

Mining to make screen weaves;

Pipe fittings and machined part to fit pipe.

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