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316L Stainless Steel Strip – Precision Crafted By A Leading Manufacturer
The 316L stainless steel strip is a low-carbon, austenitic stainless steel renowned for its superior corrosion resistance, weldability, and versatility across various applications. Produced by leading manufacturers in China, the 316L stainless steel strip is widely used in industries like marine, medical, and chemical processing thanks to its durability and ability to withstand corrosive media. Whether you need a 316L stainless steel strip roll or 316L hot rolled steel strip, this product offers exceptional performance for both structural and industrial applications.
Price: Contact Us for a Custom Quote
Are you looking to purchase a 316L stainless steel strip? Contact our China manufacturer for a customized quote. Pricing for 316L ss strip, including options like 316L ss roll, 316L stainless strips, and 316L cold rolled steel strip, varies based on thickness, width, and surface finish. Contact sales for competitive pricing and bulk order terms on 316L stainless steel metal strips.
Specifications
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the technical specs for 316L ss strip:
- Thickness: 0.05mm to 3.0mm (customizable)
- Width: 3mm to 600mm (customizable, often slit from coils)
- Length: Coil (standard outer diameter up to 1200mm) or cut-to-length
- Surface Finish: 2B, BA, No.4, HL, or bright annealedÂ
- Temper: Annealed, 1/4 Hard, 1/2 Hard, Full Hard
- Standard: ASTM A240, EN 10088-2
These specifications ensure precision for applications requiring 316L ss strips or 316L stainless strips in various tempers and finishes.
Features (Advantages)
- Enhanced Corrosion Resistance: The molybdenum content (2-3%) provides superior pitting and crevice corrosion resistance, making 316L ss strip ideal for chloride-rich environments.
- Excellent Weldability: Low carbon content (≤0.03%) minimizes carbide precipitation during welding, ensuring maximum corrosion resistance for 316L stainless ss roll.
- High Strength and Formability: It offers excellent mechanical properties and formability, even in tempered conditions, making it perfect for shaping 316L stainless steel metal strips.
- Marine-Grade Durability: Resists corrosion in marine and harsh chemical environments, ensuring long-lasting performance for ss 316L strip.
- Hygienic and Non-Toxic: 316L cold-rolled steel strip is non-porous and easy to clean, ideal for food and medical applications.
Applications
The 316L ss strip is highly versatile, serving multiple industries and uses:
- Marine: Used in boat fittings, coastal balustrading, and marine components, leveraging the corrosion resistance of 316L ss strip in saltwater environments.
- Medical: Applied in surgical instruments and pharmaceutical equipment, where 316L ss strips ensure hygiene and corrosion resistance.
- Chemical Processing: Ideal for chemical reactors, pipelines, and storage tanks, benefiting from the durability of 316L ss strip roll.
- Food Processing: Employed in food-grade equipment like conveyors and tanks, using the non-toxic properties of ss 316L strip.
- Architectural: 316L hot-rolled steel strip is perfect for coastal architectural paneling and decorative trim, where it offers both aesthetics and durability.
Chemical Composition
| Element | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Chromium (Cr) | 16.0–18.0 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 10.0–14.0 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 2.0–3.0 |
| Carbon (C) | ≤0.03 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤0.75 |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤2.0 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤0.045 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤0.030 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 485–620 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 170–310 MPa |
| Elongation | 40–60% |
| Hardness (Brinell) | ≤217 HBW |
| Hardness (Rockwell B) | ≤95 HRB |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 193 GPa |
Chemical Properties
The 316L ss strip offers superior resistance to:
- Acids: Excellent resistance to sulfuric, hydrochloric, acetic, formic, and tartaric acids, but caution is needed in highly concentrated acids.
- Alkalis: Performs well against alkaline solutions, maintaining integrity in most pH ranges, though extreme alkalis may require evaluation.
- Environmental Restrictions: Avoid prolonged exposure to highly saline or chloride-rich environments (e.g., warm seawater with >1000 mg/L chlorides) without maintenance, as pitting can occur, limiting 316L ss strip use unless.
Things to Note (Limitations)
While versatile, 316L ss strip has some constraints:
- High Temperatures: Strength and corrosion resistance may decrease above 857°C due to carbide precipitation risks in non-low-carbon variants; 316L mitigates this but is limited above 925°C.
- Stress Corrosion Cracking: Susceptible to stress corrosion cracking above 60°C in chloride-rich environments, requiring careful application for ss 316L strip.
- Cost: 316L ss strips are more expensive than 304 due to their molybdenum content, which may impact their price for budget-sensitive projects.
Corrosion Data
| Environment | Corrosion Rate |
|---|---|
| Atmospheric Corrosion (Rural) | <0.001 mm/year |
| Atmospheric Corrosion (Urban) | <0.001 mm/year |
| Atmospheric Corrosion (Marine) | 0.001–0.005 mm/year |
| Fresh Water | <0.001 mm/year |
| Salt Water | 0.002–0.01 mm/year |
| Mild Organic Acids | <0.001 mm/year |
| Strong Acids | 0.005–0.05 mm/year (varies) |
| Alkaline Solutions | <0.001 mm/year |
| Chlorinated Water | 0.002–0.01 mm/year |
| Intergranular Corrosion | Negligible |
| Biofuel Liquefaction | 0.005 mm/year (at 250°C) |
| Biofuel Liquefaction | 0.01 mm/year (at 250°C) |
| Salivary Solution | Not specified |
Contact us for detailed corrosion resistance data specific to your application.
Welding and Fabrication Tips
- Welding Methods: For a 316L SS strip, use TIG or MIG welding with 316L or 308L filler metals for optimal corrosion resistance. Due to its low carbon content, post-weld annealing is not required, making it ideal for 316L cold-rolled steel strips.
- Forming Tips: 316L ss strip roll is highly formable in annealed conditions, but its work-hardening rate may require intermediate annealing for severe forming.
- Processing Tips: Use sharp tools and lubricate during slitting, cutting, or punching to maintain the surface quality of 316L ss metal strips and ensure precision in manufacturing 316L ss strips.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How does 316L stainless steel strip differ from 316 stainless steel strip?
A: 316L ss strip has a lower carbon content (≤0.03%) than 316 (≤0.08%), improving weldability and resistance to intergranular corrosion, making it ideal for 316L ss strip in welding-heavy applications.
Q2: What scenarios is 316L stainless steel strip suitable for?
A: It’s perfect for marine, medical, and chemical processing applications. Avoid extreme chloride or high-temperature environments for ss 316L strip without proper treatment to prevent corrosion.
Q3: What’s the 316L ss strip price?
A: Pricing varies by thickness, finish, and volume. Contact our China manufacturer at sales for a quote on 316L ss strip price or 316L ss strip roll options.
Q4: Can 316L ss strip be used in marine environments?
A: Yes, but it’s best for moderate chloride conditions (up to 1000 mg/L at ambient temperatures). In warm seawater, use protective coatings to prevent pitting of 316L ss strips.
Q5: Is 316L hot rolled steel strip weldable?
A: Yes, 316L hot rolled steel strip welds well with TIG or MIG using 316L/308L fillers, with no need for post-weld annealing, ensuring strong joints for 316L stainless steel strip applications.