316 and 316L Cold Rolled Stainless Steel Sheets

316 and 316L is available in Sheet, Strip, Plate, Angles, and Tube. 316 and 316L stainless steel sheet is cold rolled under ASTM A240/ ASME SA240 standard.

SS 316 is an austenitic chromium nickel stainless steel. It also contains molybdenum which increases its general corrosion resistance as well as the mechanical properties at elevated temperatures. The properties of SS 316 are similar to SS 304; however 316 SS is stronger at elevated temperatures amd also corrosion resistance is improved particularly against sulphates, phosphates and other salts as well as reducing acids such as sulphuric, sulphurous and phosphoric. SS 316L is an extra low carbon version of SS 316.

Both 316 and 316L stainless steel provide an extra level of resistance to atmospheric corrosion, to many organic and inorganic chemicals and to food and beverages.

The difference between 316 and 316L stainless steel is that 316L has a .03 max carbon and is good for welding whereas 316 has a mid range level of carbon.

In addition to chromium and nickel, these alloys contain molybdenum, which also makes them more corrosion resistant. Even greater corrosion resistance is delivered by 317L, in which molybdenum content increases to 3 to 4% from the 2 to 3% found in 316 and 316L.

316 and 316L grades are known for their excellent welding properties, joined by both fusion and resistance processes. The 316L low carbon version is preferred in corrosive environments. It is important to make sure that copper and zinc do not become contaminants at the site of welds, as this can create cracking.

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