316/316L

316/316L is an austenitic stainless steel with greater corrosion resistance in comparison to 304/304L. Products are supplied to meet ASTM, ASME, NACE, UNS and EN standards where appropriate.

Mechanical Properties* (In Annealed Condition)

Properties	Unit of Measure	316	316L
Tensile Strength	ksi	75 min	70 min
0.2% Yield Strength	ksi	30 min	25 min
Elongation	%	40 min	40 min
Hardness	HV	95 max	95 max

*Nominal room temperature mechanical properties. Typical data. Not suitable for design or specifications

Composition

Element		316	316L
Cr	Chromium	16.0-18.0	16.0-18.0
Ni	Nickel	10.0-14.0	10.0-14.0
Mo	Molybdenum	2.00-3.00	2.00-3.00
Mn	Manganese	2.000 max	2.000 max
Si	Silicon	0.750 max	0.750 max