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316/316L Stainless Steel - Complete Material Specifications & Properties

Stainless Steel 316 and 316L are austenitic stainless steels renowned for their superior corrosion resistance, particularly in chloride and marine environments. The main distinction lies in the carbon content—316L has a lower carbon level, which enhances weldability and minimizes the risk of carbide precipitation in welded structures.

We supply these high-performance alloys in various forms including sheets, plates, pipes, tubes, bars, and custom fabricated components to meet specific industry requirements. Each product undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with international standards.

Abhinav Overseas is a leading supplier of SS 316/316L products, offering comprehensive inventory and technical expertise to support your project requirements.

Our SS 316/316L products feature excellent mechanical properties at both cryogenic and high temperatures, making them suitable for extreme operating conditions.

With decades of experience in the metal industry, Abhinav Overseas ensures timely delivery and competitive pricing for all SS 316/316L materials.

We provide full material traceability and comprehensive documentation including mill test certificates, chemical analysis reports, and mechanical testing results.

Key Features

  • Excellent resistance to corrosion in chloride-rich and high-humidity environments
  • Good overall strength and durability
  • Ideal for demanding applications in harsh environments
  • Widely used across marine, chemical, food processing, and pharmaceutical industries

Chemical Composition

ElementComposition
chromium16-18%
nickel10-14%
molybdenum2-3%
manganese≤2.0%
silicon≤1.0%
phosphorus≤0.045%
sulfur≤0.03%
nitrogenTrace
ironBalance

Material Variants

316 Stainless Steel

Carbon Content: ≤ 0.08%

Mechanical Properties

  • tensile Strength:≈515 MPa
  • yield Strength:≈205 MPa
  • elongation:≈40%
  • hardness:Approx. HRB 92

Key Features

  • Superior corrosion resistance in chloride and marine environments
  • Good strength, formability, and overall durability
  • Best suited for applications with limited welding requirements

Common Applications

  • Marine equipment and structures
  • Chemical processing systems
  • Food and beverage industry components
  • Architectural elements
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment

Standards

UNS:S31600
AISI:316
EN:X5CrNiMo17-12-2

316L Stainless Steel

Carbon Content: ≤ 0.03%

Mechanical Properties

  • tensile Strength:≈500 MPa
  • yield Strength:≈170 MPa
  • elongation:≈40%
  • hardness:Approx. HRB 92

Key Features

  • Enhanced weldability due to lower carbon content
  • Minimized risk of carbide precipitation during welding
  • Maintains excellent corrosion resistance even after extensive welding

Common Applications

  • Welded marine and chemical processing systems
  • Medical and surgical devices
  • Biopharmaceutical production equipment
  • Pipelines and storage tanks
  • Architectural applications requiring extensive welding

Standards

UNS:S31603
AISI:316L
EN:X2CrNiMo17-12-2

Products Available in 316/316L Stainless Steel

Circles

Circles

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Flats

Flats

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Sheets Plates & Coils

Sheets Plates & Coils

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Rings

Rings

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Bars & Rods

Bars & Rods

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Pipes

Pipes

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Fasteners

Fasteners

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Flanges

Flanges

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Socket Weld Fittings

Socket Weld Fittings

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Buttweld Fittings

Buttweld Fittings

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Threaded Fittings

Threaded Fittings

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Dairy Fittings

Dairy Fittings

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Ferrule Fittings

Ferrule Fittings

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