SS 316 Stainless Steel
Molybdenum-bearing "marine grade" stainless with much better resistance to chlorides, acids and pitting than 304.
Chemical composition of SS 316 (%)
| C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Ni | Mo | N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.08 max | 2.00 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 16.0 – 18.0 | 10.0 – 14.0 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 0.10 max |
Mechanical properties
| Tensile strength (min) | 515 MPa |
|---|---|
| Yield strength 0.2% (min) | 205 MPa |
| Elongation (min) | 40% |
| Hardness (max) | 95 HRB / 217 HB max |
| Density | 7.98 g/cm³ |
Equivalent grades
| ASTM / AISI | UNS | EN / W.Nr. | DIN | JIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 316 | S31600 | 1.4401 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 | SUS 316 |
Applications of SS 316
- Pharma and API plants
- Chemical process equipment
- Marine and coastal hardware
- Pulp and paper equipment
- Medical and surgical equipment
- Food plants using brine or acids
Our advice
Pick 316 over 304 wherever chlorides, salt, sea air or acids are present. Pharma customers usually specify 316L for welded contact parts.
Values are typical ASTM A240 limits for flat products and are for guidance only. Always refer to the mill test certificate supplied with the material.
SS 316 — FAQs
What is the chemical composition of SS 316?
SS 316 contains C 0.08 max%, Mn 2.00 max%, Si 0.75 max%, P 0.045 max%, S 0.030 max%, Cr 16.0 – 18.0%, Ni 10.0 – 14.0%, Mo 2.00 – 3.00%, N 0.10 max% (typical ASTM A240 limits).
What is the equivalent of SS 316?
SS 316 is UNS S31600, EN 1.4401 (X5CrNiMo17-12-2) and SUS 316 in the Japanese standard.
What is the density of SS 316?
The density of SS 316 is about 7.98 g/cm³ (7980 kg/m³).
Where can I buy SS 316 in Vadodara?
Sagar Sales Corporation supplies SS 316 sheet, plate, coil, perforated sheet, round bar, pipe, tube, angle & flat, flanges in Vadodara with mill test certificates. Contact us for today's rate.
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