• SUS 316
• SUS 316L

Typical Chemical Composition (SUS 316):

• C: 0.08% max
• Mn: 2.0% max
• Si: 0.75% max
• Cr: 16.0-18.0%
• Ni: 10.0-14.0%

Typical Mechanical Properties (SUS 316):

• Tensile Strength: 515 MPa min
• Yield Strength 0.2% Proof: 205 MPa min
• Elongation: 40% min (% in 50mm)
• Hardness: 95 HB max

Typical Chemical Composition (SUS 316L):

• C: 0.03% max
• Mn: 2.0% max
• Si: 0.75% max
• Cr: 16.0-18.0%
• Ni: 10.0-14.0%

Typical Mechanical Properties (SUS 316L):

• Tensile Strength: 485 MPa min
• Yield Strength 0.2% Proof: 170 MPa min
• Elongation: 40% min (% in 50mm)
• Hardness: 95 HB max

Differences between SUS 316 and SUS 316L

• 316L has 0.03 max carbon and is good for welding whereas 316 has a mid range level of carbon
• 316L and 316 are austenitic alloys, meaning that these stainless steel products gain corrosion resistance from use of a non-magnetic solid solution of ferric carbide or carbon in iron in the manufacturing process)

Applications:

• Food preparation equipment especially in chloride environments
• Laboratory benches and equipment
• Coastal architectural panelling, railings and trim
• Boat fittings
• Chemical containers, including for transport
• Heat exchangers
• Woven or welded screens for mining, quarrying and water filtration
• Threaded fasteners
• Springs

Profiles Available:

• Round Bar / Rod
• Flat Bar (HL/No1) / Bus Bar
• Square Bar
• Hexagon Bar
• Hollow Section
• U-Channel
• Pipe / Tube
• Wire (Soft/Hard)
• Shim / Foil
• Sheet / Plate / Spring Plate