What is 316 Stainless Steel

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What is 316 Stainless Steel?

Sometimes, alloys are added to steel in order to enhance the desired properties. Steel that has been treated as marine grade is known as Type 316, is resistant to certain types of corrosive environments.

There are various types of stainless steel 316. Some of the most popular types are L F, N, and H variants. Each has its own distinct characteristics, and serves an entirely different purpose. L indicates that 316L steel has an amount of carbon that is lower than the 316.

of 316, 316L and 316 Stainless Steel Common Quality

Though they're similar to Type 304 commonly found in the food industry, Type 316 and 316L both have better resistance to corrosion and are more durable when exposed to high temperatures. Additionally, they aren't able to be made harder with heat treatment and can be easily shaped and stretched.

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

The stainless steel 316L has less carbon than 316. Even though it has a smaller carbon percentage, 316L is very similar to 316 , in almost every way. The cost is similar they are both tough and corrosion-resistant, making an ideal 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 in comparison to the other 316L (corrosion inside the weld). However, 316L can be annealed and cooled to resist welding attenuation. It is also a suitable stainless for high temperatures, high corrosion applications This is why it's so popular in construction and Marine projects.

Both 316 and 316L is the best option. The 304 is similar to 304L however, the price is lower. The 304 is not as robust as the 317 or 317L with more molybdenum in them and better quality corrosion resistant overall.

Physical Properties of type 316 and Steels 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 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, such as SS316L powder, SS316L and SS316.

No. of 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 can 356L Stainless Steel used for?

It is used extensively in the petrochemical and chemical industries including food processing in pharmaceutical equipment, medical devices in drinking water, wastewater treatment, Marine applications, and in coastal areas or in urban areas. Examples:

Chemical containers, heaters and transporters, and other industrial processing equipment used in production of organic and fatty acids;

Shipbuilding pipes pipelines, pumps and valves fittings and shipbuilding;

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

Mining for screen weaving

Pipe fittings as well as machined parts to fit pipe.

Stainless Steel 316L Powder Price

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