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316L Stainless Steel for Custom Parts

316L is the low-carbon version of 316 stainless steel. Its improved weldability makes it well suited to pharmaceutical and chemical processing equipment, tanks, and fabricated parts.

  • Low-carbon grade
  • Improved weldability
  • Process equipment
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316L Stainless Steel Overview

316L is the low-carbon version of 316 stainless steel. Its improved weldability makes it well suited to pharmaceutical and chemical processing equipment, tanks, and fabricated parts.

  • Low-carbon grade: 316L is the low-carbon version of 316.
  • Improved weldability: 316L is a strong choice for welded tanks and equipment.
  • Process equipment: Use 316L for pharmaceutical and chemical processing components.

Selection note: The low-carbon composition of 316L supports improved weldability for equipment and assemblies.

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Manufacturing Processes for 316L Stainless Steel

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316L Stainless Steel Material Specifications

Mechanical Properties

Tensile strength, yield170–290 MPa
Fatigue strength240–290 MPa
Elongation at break40–50 %
Hardness140–190 Brinell

Physical Properties

Density7.90 g/cm³

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