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Stainless Steel 316L is an austenitic stainless steel primarily made up of iron, with 16–18% chromium, 10–14% nickel, and 2–3% molybdenum, which significantly boosts its resistance to corrosion, particularly against chlorides and acids. With a very low carbon content (≤0.03%), it minimizes carbide precipitation during welding. This alloy showcases impressive mechanical properties, boasting a tensile strength of about 485 MPa, a yield strength of around 170 MPa, and an elongation of 40% over 50 mm. It also exhibits high toughness, good ductility, and strong resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, making it an excellent choice for both structural and industrial applications in demanding environments.
Boikanyo’s Stainless Steel 316L Sheets and Plates are widely utilized in the chemical and petrochemical industries, marine settings, and pharmaceutical manufacturing due to their outstanding corrosion resistance. They are perfect for equipment like tanks, heat exchangers, and piping systems. In the construction sector, they find use in architectural panels, cladding, and decorative finishes. Moreover, 316L is commonly employed in food processing, medical devices, and offshore platforms, where hygiene, strength, and resistance to harsh conditions are paramount.
| Specifications | : | ASTM A240 / ASME SA240 |
| Thickness | : | 4mm-100mm |
| Width | : | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm, 2500mm, 3000mm, 3500mm, etc |
| Length | : | 2000mm, 2440mm, 3000mm, 5800mm, 6000mm, etc |
| Surface | : | 2B, 2D, BA, NO.1, NO.4, NO.8, 8K, mirror, checkered, embossed, hair line, sand blast, Brush, etching, etc |
| Finish | : | Hot rolled plate (HR), Cold rolled sheet (CR), 2B, 2D, BA NO(8), SATIN (Met with Plastic Coated) |
| Form | : | Coils, Foils, Rolls, Plain Sheet, Shim Sheet, Perforated Sheet, Chequered Plate, Strip, Flats, Blank (Circle), Ring (Flange) etc. |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 316L | 0.035 max | 2 max | 1.00 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 16.00 – 18.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 10.00 – 14.00 | 68.89 min |
| Grade | Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| SS 316L | 8.0 g/cm3 | 1399 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 316L | 1.4404 / 1.4435 | S31603 | SUS 316L | 316S11 / 316S13 | 03Ch17N14M3 / 03Ch17N14M2 | Z3CND17‐11‐02 / Z3CND18‐14‐03 | X2CrNiMo17-12-2 / X2CrNiMo18-14-3 |
| Material | Size | Thickness |
| PLATES & SHEETS | 1000 mm x 2000 mm | 0.1mm To 100 mm Thickness |
| 1220 mm x 2440 mm (4′ x 8′) | ||
| 1250 mm x 2500 mm | ||
| 1500 mm x 3000 mm | ||
| 2000 mm x 4000 mm | ||
| 2000 mm x 2000 mm |
| Surface Finish | Definition | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 2B | Those finished, after cold rolling, by heat treatment, pickling or other equivalent treatment and lastly by cold rolling to given appropriate luster. | Medical equipment, Food industry, Construction material, Kitchen utensils. |
| BA | Those processed with bright heat treatment after cold rolling. | Kitchen utensils, Electric equipment, Building construction. |
| NO.3 | Those finished by polishing with No.100 to No.120 abrasives specified in JIS R6001. | Kitchen utensils, Building construction. |
| NO.4 | Those finished by polishing with No.150 to No.180 abrasives specified in JIS R6001. | Kitchen utensils, Building construction, Medical equipment. |
| HL | Those finished polishing so as to give continuous polishing streaks by using abrasive of suitable grain size. | Building Construction. |
| NO.1 | The surface finished by heat treatment and pickling or processes corresponding there to after hot rolling. | Chemical tank, pipe |
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Stainless steel 316L sheets and plates offer many advantages, including excellent corrosion resistance, especially against chloride and harsh environments, making them ideal for marine and chemical consumption use This low-carbon material reduces carbide precipitation, enhances weldability and prevents intergranular corrosion. 316L is highly resistant to high temperature pitting, crevice corrosion and oxidation. It also has excellent mechanical properties, such as high strength, durability and flexibility. These characteristics make it suitable for industries such as pharmaceuticals, food processing and petrochemicals, where reliability and long-term performance are important.
Yes, we offer custom sizes for Stainless Steel 316L Sheet and Plates to meet specific project needs. Our team at Boikanyo Sheets and Plates is dedicated to providing tailored solutions for all your requirements. For more details, contact us at sales@aaronsheetsplates.com.
Stainless steel 316L sheets and plates are widely used in applications requiring high corrosion resistance and strength. Because of their resistance to chloride corrosion, they are commonly found in marine environments, chemical plants, and pharmaceutical equipment. Other applications include food processing equipment, medical devices, heat exchangers and nuclear reactors. 316L is also used for building materials, as well as pipes, valves and fittings. Its excellent welding capabilities make it ideal for manufacturing and custom designs in harsh environments.
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