What is 316 Stainless Steel

What's 316? Stainless Steel?

Many alloys are added on steel to enhance its desired properties. This stainless steel grade is marine commonly referred to as Type 316, is resistant to certain kinds of harsh environments.

There are various types for stainless steel that are 316. Most commonly used are L, F, N, and H variants. Each differs slightly, and is utilized for the same purpose. L indicates that 316L steel has an amount of carbon that is lower than the 316.

the 316 and 316L Stainless Steel Common Quality

Though they're similar to Type 304 commonly found in the food industry, Type 316 and 316L both provide better resistance to corrosion, and are more durable even at high temperatures. They cannot also be hardened with heat treatment and can be easily stretched and shaped.

Differentialities between 316L and 316 Stainless Steel

316L stainless steel is less carbon than 316. Although it has a higher carbon-content, 316L is very similar with 316 in practically every way. The price is comparable, while both are extremely durable and resistant against corrosion, making it a suitable choice for conditions that require a lot of stress.

For projects that require a significant amount of welding, 316L is the preferred choice because 316 more susceptible to welding corrosion as compared to an 316L (corrosion of the weld). However, 316L can be annealed, allowing it to resist welding attenuation. Additionally, it is a suitable stainless steel choice for high temperatures and high corrosion applications and that is the reason it is so widely used for marine and construction.

None of 316 nor 316L is the cheapest option. The 304 is similar to the 304L and 304L, however, the price is much lower. It isn't as durable as the 317 and 317L with more molybdenum and have better durability overall.

Physical properties of type 316, and 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, The SS316 powder and the SS316L powder

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

Exact Mass N/A

What is 316L Stainless Steel used for?

It is typically used in the chemical and petrochemical industries such as food processing devices, pharmaceutical equipments medical devices, drinking water, wastewater treatment, marine applications near the coast or in urban areas. For instance:

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

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

pipelines for the oil and natural gas industry, valves, pumps heat exchangers;

Mining for screen weaving;

Pipe fittings and machined pieces to fit pipe.

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