Stainless Steel 316

Stainless Steel 316 contains molybdenum which provides superior corrosion resistance compared to 304, especially against chlorides and marine environments. It is the standard choice for medical implants, marine hardware, and chemical processing equipment.

Machinability

36/100

Tolerance

±0.01 mm

Category

Stainless Steel

Material Properties

PropertyValue
Tensile Strength515 MPa (75 ksi)
Yield Strength205 MPa (30 ksi)
Hardness217 HB
Density8.00 g/cm³
Machinability Rating36/100
Thermal Conductivity16.3 W/m·K
Melting Point1,370–1,400 °C
Tolerance±0.01 mm

Common Grades

316316L316Ti

Advantages

  • Superior corrosion resistance
  • Excellent marine/chloride resistance
  • Biocompatible (316L)
  • Weldable

Limitations

  • Expensive
  • Difficult to machine
  • Work-hardens severely

Common Applications

Marine hardware

Surgical instruments

Chemical processing

Pharmaceutical equipment

Valve bodies

Industries Served

MedicalMarineChemical ProcessingPharmaceuticalOil & Gas

Available Surface Finishes

PassivationElectropolishMirror PolishBead Blast

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