What is 316 Stainless Steel

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What's 316? Stainless Steel?

It is common to add alloys onto steel to increase the desired properties. For instance, the marine-grade stainlesssteel called Type 316, is resistant to corrosive environments.

There are several different kinds of stainless steel 316. Common types include L, F, , and H variations. Each differs slightly, and is utilized for the same purpose. L means that 316L steel is more carbon than 316.

the 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 better resistance to corrosion and are more robust in high temperatures. They cannot also be hardened with heat treatment and can be easily stretched and shaped.

There is a difference in 316L and the 316 version of HTML. Stainless Steel

The stainless steel of 316L is lower in carbon than 316. Although it has a reduced carbon level, 316L is very similar to 316 in virtually every way. The cost is comparable, and both are durable and resistant, making the two a great choice for stressful situations.

However, for projects that require a lot of welding is the better option since 316 is more susceptible to welding corrosion over more 316L (corrosion on the inside of the welding). However, 316L can be annealed to protect against welding attenuation. This is a suitable stainless for high temperature, high corrosion applications This is why it is so widely used for marine and construction.

It is not clear if 316 or 316L is the most affordable option. The 304 is comparable to the 304L however the cost is much lower. This isn't as sturdy as the 317 or 317L, which have higher molybdenum levels and superior in general resistance to corrosion.

Physical properties of type 316 and stainless steels, namely 316L

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 when 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, The SS316 powder and the SS316L powder

CAS No. 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 N/A

Exact Mass N/A

What can 316L Stainless Steel used for?

It is frequently used for chemical and petrochemical processes Food processing in pharmaceutical equipment, medical devices as well as drinking water, wastewater treatment, marine applications and close to the coast or in urban areas. Examples:

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

Shipbuilding pipes pump, valves fittings, and shipbuilding

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

Mining to make screen weaves;

Pipe fittings as well as machined parts for pipe fittings.

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