316 stainless steel

316 Stainless Steel Specifications

Product Name	316 stainless steel
Thickness(mm)	Cold rolling: 0.1mm-6mm; hot rolling: 3.0mm-180mm
Width(mm)	100mm-2000mm or as required
Length	According to customer requirements
Surface type	2B, BA, No.1, No.4, HL, No.8, mirror, No.4, HL NSP, sandblasting, vibration
Density	8.00g/cm³
Package	Standard Seaworthy Package or as required

316 Stainless Steel Chemical Composition

Chemical composition	316 Stainless Steel
C	≤0.08%
Si	≤1.00%
Mn	≤2.00%
P	≤0.045%
S	≤0.030%
Ni	11.00-14.00%
Cr	16.00-18.00%
Mo	1.80-2.50%

316 Stainless Steel Performance

1. Corrosion Resistance

316 stainless steel has stronger corrosion resistance than 304 stainless steel. 316 stainless steel can resist the erosion of highly corrosive media, especially in high chloride environments, and can maintain stability for a long time.

2. Heat Resistance

316 stainless steel has good heat resistance and has good oxidation resistance when used at high temperatures.

3. Processing Performance

316 stainless steel has good processing performance and can be processed into products of various shapes and sizes.

4. Welding Performance

316 stainless steel has good welding performance and is suitable for a variety of welding methods.

5. Mechanical Properties

Mechanical strength index	Value
Yield strength (0.2% deviation)	≥205 MPa
Ultimate tensile strength	515 MPa
Elongation	≥40%
Hardness (Brinell hardness)	70-90HRC

FAQ about 316 Stainless Steel

What is the difference between 316 stainless steel and 316l stainless steel?

The biggest difference between 316 stainless steel and 316l stainless steel is the different chemical composition. The carbon content of 316l stainless steel is lower than that of 316 stainless steel, generally below 0.03%.Due to the low carbon content of 316l, the strength and hardness of 316l stainless steel are not as strong as 316 stainless steel, and the welding performance will be better, and the price of 316l stainless steel will be more expensive.

Which is better, 304 stainless steel or 316 stainless steel?

Which is better, 304 stainless steel or 316 stainless steel, mainly depends on the environment and budget of your project application.In general, the performance of 316 stainless steel is better than 304 stainless steel, but the price will also be more expensive.Specific reference: Which is better, 304 stainless steel or 316 stainless steel?

ASTM 316 Stainless Steel Equivalent?

ASTM	GB	JIS	DIN
316	0Cr17Ni12Mo2	SUS316	1.4401

 

How to choose the stainless steel that suits you?

To choose the stainless steel that suits you, you need to understand it from five aspects: material, surface treatment method, thickness, usage scenario, price, etc.

First, you need to determine the material used.The corrosion resistance and strength of stainless steel of different materials are different.

In addition, there are many ways to treat the surface of stainless steel, such as polishing and sandblasting. Different surface treatment methods present different appearances and textures.

Finally, you need to consider the thickness, usage scenario, and price of stainless steel. The thicker the stainless steel, the higher the price. Different stainless steels are selected for different usage scenarios.