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When it comes to pipe fittings, stainless steel 316 offers plenty of advantages over other materials thanks to its superior corrosion resistance and mechanical properties which make it ideal for use in demanding industrial applications – particularly those involving contact with saltwater or corrosive elements. Not only does this material provide excellent protection against corrosion but it also eliminates the need for additional protective coatings or painting due to its natural resistance against rusting when exposed to environmental conditions such as moisture or salt air.
Grade | C≤ | Mn≤ | P≤ | S≤ | Si≤ | Cr | Ni | Mo | N≤ |
316 | 0.08 | 2.0 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0-14.0 | 2.0-3.0 | 0.1 |
Grade | Tensile, min, ksi[MPa] | Yield, min, ksi[MPa] | Elongation, %(min) | Hardness, HB(max) |
316 | 75【515】 | 30【205】 | 40 | 192 |
STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | AFNOR | EN |
316 | 1.4401/1.4436 | S31600 | SUS316 | 316S31 / 316S33 | Z7CND17‐11‐02 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2/X3CrNiMo17-13-3 |
Stainless steel 316 ASTM Specification
Pipe, | Tube, | Tube, | Sheet/Plate | Bar /Rod | Forging /Flange | BW Fittings |
ASTM A312 | ASTM A269 | ASTM A213 | ASTM A240 | ASTM A276/A479 | ASTM A182 | ASTM A403 |
Stainless steel 316 Application:
Chemical and petrochemical processing
Food and beverage processing
Pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries
Water treatment plants and marine
Offshore applications