Stainless Steel 316
Stainless Steel 316 contains molybdenum which provides superior corrosion resistance compared to 304, especially against chlorides and marine environments. It is the standard choice for medical implants, marine hardware, and chemical processing equipment.
Machinability
36/100
Tolerance
±0.02 mm
Category
Stainless Steel
Material Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 515 MPa (75 ksi) |
| Yield Strength | 205 MPa (30 ksi) |
| Hardness | 217 HB |
| Density | 8.00 g/cm³ |
| Machinability Rating | 36/100 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 16.3 W/m·K |
| Melting Point | 1,370–1,400 °C |
| Tolerance | ±0.02 mm |
Common Grades
316316L316Ti
Advantages
- Superior corrosion resistance
- Excellent marine/chloride resistance
- Biocompatible (316L)
- Weldable
Limitations
- Expensive
- Difficult to machine
- Work-hardens severely
Common Applications
Marine hardware
Surgical instruments
Chemical processing
Pharmaceutical equipment
Valve bodies
Industries Served
MedicalMarineChemical ProcessingPharmaceuticalOil & Gas
Compatible CNC Processes
CNC Milling
Tolerance: ±0.02 mm (±0.0008")
View Details→CNC Turning
Tolerance: ±0.02 mm (±0.0008")
View Details→4.5-Axis CNC Machining
Tolerance: ±0.02 mm
View Details→Wire EDM
Tolerance: ±0.02 mm
View Details→Rapid Prototyping
Tolerance: ±0.02 mm (prototype standard)
View Details→Surface Finishing
Tolerance: ±0.02 mm (±0.0008")
View Details→Available Surface Finishes
PassivationElectropolishMirror PolishBead Blast