316 is molybdenum-bearing austenitic stainless steel, which increase general corrosion resistance, improves resistance to pitting from chloride ion solutions, and provides increased strength at elevated temperatures. The higher nickel and molybdenum content in this grade allows it to demonstrate better overall corrosion resistant properties than 304, especially with regard to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride environments.
In addition, Alloy 316/ 316L provides excellent elevated temperature tensile, creep and stress-rupture strengths, as well as outstanding formability and weldability. 316L is the lower carbon version of 316 and is immune from sensitization; therefore, it is very frequently used in heavy gauge welded components.
Chemical Composition (%) of 316 Stainless Steel Plate
| C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.75 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 16.0-18.0 | 2.00-3.00 | 10.0-14.0 | 0.10 |
Mechanical Properties of 316 Stainless Steel Plate
| 0.2% Offset Yield Strength, ksi | Ultimate Tensile Strength, ksi | Elongation in 2 inches, % | Hardness, Rockwell B |
| 25 min | 70 min | 40 min | 95 max |
Physical Properties of 316 Stainless Steel Plate
| Density lb/inᶟ | 0.285 |
| Density g/cmᶟ | 7.89 |
| Melting Range | 2470-2555°F/1354 – 1402 °C |
| Thermal Conductivity at 212°F (100°C) | 8.0 BTU/hr/ft²/ft/°F |
| Thermal Conductivity at 212°F (100°C) | 10.8 W/m-°K |
| Electrical Resistivity | 30.7 Microhm-in at 68°C |
| Electrical Resistivity | 78 Microhm-cm at 20°C |
Applications of 316 Stainless Steel:
- Chemical and Petrochemical Processing — pressure vessels, tanks, heat exchangers, piping systems, flanges, fittings, valves and pumps
- Food and Beverage Processing
- Marine
- Medical
- Petroleum Refining
- harmaceutical Processing
- Power Generation — nuclear
- Pulp and Paper
- Textiles
- Water Treatment
If you are interested in other Stainless Steel Plates/Sheets, please click 302, 303, 304, 304L, 304H, 309, 309S, 310, 310S, 310H, 316, 316L, 317/317L, 317LMN, 321, 321H, 330, 347, 347H, 904L, 403, 405, 409, 410, 410S, 410/HT, 416, 416HT, 420, 422, 430, 440C, Duplex 2205, Duplex 2304, Duplex 2507.
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