Chemical Composition of 316/316L Steel Plate
| Chemical Composition of 316/316L steel | ||
| Element | 316 | 316L |
| Carbon | 0.08 | 0.030 max |
| Chromium | 16.0-18.0 | 16.0-18.0 |
| Nickel | 10.0-14.0 | 10.0-14.0 |
| Molybdenum | 2.00-3.00 | 2.00-3.00 |
| Manganese | 2.00 | 2.00 |
| Silicon | 0.75 | 0.75 |
| Nitrogen | 0.10 | 0.10 |
| Phosphorus | 0.045 | 0.045 |
| Sulfur | 0.030 | 0.030 |
Mechanical Properties of 316/316L Steel Plate
| Mechanical Property of 316/316l | 316 | 316L |
| Yield Strength, min. (ksi) | 30 | 25 |
| Tensile Strength, min. (ksi) | 75 | 70 |
| Elongation, min. (%) | 40 | 40 |
| Hardness, max. (Rb) | 95 | 95 |
Stainless Steel Standards of 316/316L steel
| Steel Standards of 316/316L | |
| 316 | 316L |
| ASTM A240 | ASTM A240 |
| ASTM A666 | ASTM A666 |
| ASME SA240 | ASME SA240 |
| AMS 5524 | AMS 5507 |
Application
316L plates are widely used in industries requiring corrosion resistance and durability:
Chemical Processing: Tanks, reactors, and piping for aggressive chemicals.
Marine and Coastal: Boat components, offshore platforms (limited chloride exposure).
Pharmaceutical/Medical: Surgical instruments, bioreactors (non-reactive, sterilizable).
Food and Beverage: Equipment for brewing, dairy, and processing (hygienic, FDA-compliant).
Architecture: Coastal building cladding, structural components.
Energy: Flue gas desulfurization (FGD) systems, heat exchangers.
