What is 316 Stainless Steel

What's the meaning of 316 Stainless Steel?

There are many alloys that are added onto steel to increase the desired properties. A stainless steel that is of marine grade is known as Type 316, is resistant to certain types of aggressive environments.

There are many different types from stainless steel with 316. There are several common types, including L or F, as well as N and H variations. Each differs slightly, and each is used for distinct purposes. L indicates that 316L steel has less carbon than the 316.

316 and 316L Stainless Steel Common Quality

Although they're comparable to Type 304 commonly found in the food industry, Type 316 and 316L both have superior resistance to corrosion and are more robust at high temperatures. Additionally, they aren't able to be made harder by heat treatment , and can be easily shaped and stretched.

A distinction between the 316 and 316L Stainless Steel

316L stainless-steel has less carbon content than the 316. Although it has a smaller carbon percentage, 316L is very similar to 316 in almost every way. The cost is similar, and both are durable and resistant to corrosion. This makes it a suitable choice for stressful situations.

For projects that require a significant amount or welding is the better choice due to the fact that 316 is more susceptible to welding corrosion than it is (corrosion inside the weld). However, 316L can be annealed to withstand the attenuation of welding. This is a suitable stainless steel for high temperatures, high corrosion applications and that is the reason it is extremely popular in marine and construction projects.

The 316L and 304L are not the same. 316L is the most economical option. The 304 is comparable to 304L and 304L, however, the price is much lower. However, neither is as robust as the 317 and 317L which are stronger, have more molybdenum and have better durability overall.

Physical Property of Type 316 and 356L 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, The SS316 powder and the 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 N/A

Exact Mass N/A

What is this 316L Stainless Steel used for?

It is used extensively in the chemical and petrochemical industries Food processing in pharmaceutical equipment medical devices including drinking water, wastewater treatment, Marine applications, and close to the coast or in urban areas. For example:

Chemical containers, the transport unit, and heat exchangers, and other industrial processing equipment used in the production of organic fatty acids and other organic compounds;

Shipbuilding pipes Pumps, valves, fittings, and shipbuilding

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

Mining for screen weaving;

Pipe fittings and machined pieces to fit pipe.

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