Grades
316L
Austenitic · EN 1.4404
The standard for seawater lines, pool equipment, chemical process and pharma.
For hot, high-concentration chlorides consider duplex grades.
Chemical composition
| Element | % |
|---|---|
| C | max 0,030 |
| Si | max 1,00 |
| Mn | max 2,00 |
| P | max 0,045 |
| S | max 0,015 |
| Cr | 16,5 – 18,5 |
| Ni | 10,0 – 13,0 |
| Mo | 2,00 – 2,50 |
| N | max 0,11 |
Mechanical properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Rp0,2 (MPa) | min 220 |
| Rm (MPa) | 520 – 670 |
| A (%) | min 40 |
| HB | max 215 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 8 |
| Magnetic | No |
Values are published EN 10088 ranges. The real figure for an order is on that heat certificate.
Available in
- Sheet & plateFlat product in cut lengths.
- CoilFlat product in coil, slit to width.
- Seamless tubeSeamless. Pressure lines and process work.
- Welded tubeWelded. Decorative and general purpose.
- Hollow sectionSquare and rectangular hollow section.
- Round barSolid round. Machining stock.
- Flat barSolid rectangular section.
- AngleEqual-leg L section.
- FittingsThreaded and butt-weld connectors.
- FastenersStainless bolts, nuts and screws.
- WashersFlat, spring and serrated stainless washers.
- ValvesBall valves, check valves and butterfly valves.
- Decorative and coloured stainlessColoured, patterned and specially finished stainless sheet and tube.
- CNC cuttingLaser and plasma cutting to size and shape.
- Custom manufacturingParts and structures to drawing or sample.