What is 316 Stainless Steel

What's the meaning of 316 Stainless Steel?

Alloys are frequently added on steel to enhance its desired properties. This stainless steel grade is marine, often referred to as Type 316, is resistant to certain kinds of corrosive environments.

There are many types of stainless-steel 316. Common types include L and F as well as N and H variations. They are all slightly different and each serves a different purpose. L indicates that 316L steel has the lowest carbon content, which is below 316.

312, 316, and 316L Stainless Steel Common Quality

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

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

316L stainless steel is less carbon than 316. Although it has a low carbon levels, 316L is very similar to 316 in virtually every way. The cost is similar and both are tough and resistant to corrosion, making them ideal for difficult-to-reach situations.

However, for projects that require a lot of welding, 316L may be a better choice due to the fact that 316 is more susceptible to corrosion from welding over an 316L (corrosion to the weld). However, the 316 can be annealed and cooled to resist the attenuation of welding. This is a suitable stainless steel for use in high temperature, high corrosion processes, which is why it is so popular in marine and construction.

No 316, nor 316L is the most economical option. The 304 is comparable to 304L however, the price is much lower. They aren't as strong as the 317 or 317L that are more durable, with higher molybdenum concentration and better durability overall.

Physical Properties of type316 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 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, Powder SS316, SS316L,

No. CAS. 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 of H2O in N/A

Exact Mass N/A

What is 316L Stainless Steel used for?

It is frequently used in the chemical and petrochemical industry including food processing devices, pharmaceutical equipments, medical devices as well as drinking water, wastewater treatment, marine applications close to the coast, or in urban areas. For instance:

Chemical containers transfer units, heat exchangers and process industrial equipments in the production of organic and fatty acids;

Shipbuilding pipes pipelines, pumps and valves fittings, shipbuilding,

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

Mining for screen weaving

Machined and pipe fittings designed for fittings for pipes.

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