AISI 316L / UNS S31603 (Austenitic) Stainless Steel
Chemistry, mechanical properties, physical properties, and practical selection notes for rolled AISI 316L products.
- Low-carbon 316; preferred for welded applications to reduce carbide precipitation and improve as-welded corrosion performance.
Standards & Designations
ASTM A240 ♦ UNS S31603
Data Tables
- Low-carbon 316 for improved weldability and reduced sensitization; common for corrosive environments.
| Chemical composition (wt%) | Limits |
|---|---|
| C | 0.030 max |
| Cr | 16.0–18.0 |
| Ni | 10.0–14.0 |
| Mo | 2.00–3.00 |
| Mn | 2.00 max |
| Si | 1.00 max |
| P | 0.045 max |
| S | 0.030 max |
| N | 0.10 max |
| Mechanical (annealed) | Requirements (min / max) |
|---|---|
| YS | 25 ksi min |
| UTS | 70 ksi min |
| Elongation | 40% min |
| Hardness | B95 max |
Values shown are typical/spec limits at room temperature unless noted; requirements vary by product form, size, and specification.
316 and 316L stainless steel from Source21 are premium austenitic stainless steel grades designed for maximum corrosion resistance in severe and chemically aggressive environments. Known as marine grade stainless steel these alloys contain molybdenum which significantly improves resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion caused by saltwater acids and industrial chemicals. Type 316L features lower carbon content that enhances weldability and makes it especially suitable for sanitary and high purity applications. These grades are widely used in marine equipment pharmaceutical processing chemical handling food production facilities and architectural hardware where long term reliability is essential.
Source21 supplies 316 and 316L stainless steel in coil, strip, sheet, foil, bar, and plate, all manufactured to meet ASTM A240, ASTM A666, AMS 5524 for 316, and AMS 5507 for 316L standards.
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