316 CNC Machining
Custom 316 CNC machined parts for prototypes and production, with fast turnaround from RapidDirect.
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Start Creating →316 stainless steel is an austenitic alloy containing molybdenum for excellent corrosion resistance and formability. It is highly weldable and well suited to marine, chloride-rich, and chemical processing environments.
316 stainless steel is an austenitic alloy containing molybdenum for excellent corrosion resistance and formability. It is highly weldable and well suited to marine, chloride-rich, and chemical processing environments.
Selection note: 316's molybdenum addition supports corrosion resistance in marine and chemical processing applications.
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Custom 316 CNC machined parts for prototypes and production, with fast turnaround from RapidDirect.
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Custom 316 sheet metal parts, cut, bent, and finished by RapidDirect for prototypes and production.
Explore 316 Sheet Metal Fabrication →| Tensile strength, yield | 170–310 MPa |
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| Fatigue strength | 240–290 MPa |
| Elongation at break | 30–50 % |
| Hardness | 140–220 Brinell |
| Density | 7.90 g/cm³ |
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Explore 316 properties, applications, and manufacturing options.
316 stainless steel is an austenitic alloy containing molybdenum for excellent corrosion resistance and formability. It is highly weldable and well suited to marine, chloride-rich, and chemical processing environments.
RapidDirect lists yield strength of 170–310 MPa, fatigue strength of 240–290 MPa, elongation of 30–50%, Brinell hardness of 140–220, and density of 7.90 g/cm³.
316 stainless steel is used for boat fittings, chemical tanks, marine hardware, and processing equipment.
Yes. RapidDirect CNC machines custom stainless steel prototypes and production parts in this grade.