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Material type

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Material name

Stainless steel 316/316L | 1.4401/1.4404 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2/X2CrNiMo17-12-2
Alternative names

X2CrNiMo17-12-2, 1.4404
Process compatibility

CNC machining

After 304, 316 austenitic stainless steel is the second most commonly used, boasting exceptional corrosion resistance—especially in chloride-laden environments—along with robust strength at elevated temperatures. Its low-carbon variant, 316L, exhibits even superior corrosion resistance in welded constructions.

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Mechanical properties

Ultimate tensile strength

480 - 600 MPa

Yield strength

170 - 230 MPa

Young's modulus (modulus of elasticity)

190 - 205 GPa

Elongation at break

38-55 %

Physical properties

Corrosion resistance

Excellent

Magnetism

Non-magnetic

UV resistance

Excellent

Weldability

Excellent

Thermal properties

Maximum service temperature

750 - 925 °C

Thermal expansion coefficent

15 - 18 10^-6/ºC

Thermal conductivity

13 - 17 W/(m⋅°C)

Electrical properties

Electrical resistivity

69 - 81 μΩ*cm

Post treatments

Post-Processing

Annealing & Cold working

Anodizing compatibility

Not suitable

Common applications

Marine applications

Wastewater treatment

Potable water

Medical devices

Pharmaceutical equipment

Food processing

Chemical and petrochemical industry

Stainless Steel 316/316L CNC Machining Applications & Parts

Stainless Steel 316/316L offers superior corrosion resistance, particularly against chlorides and acids, due to the addition of molybdenum. We precision machine this "marine-grade" stainless for the most demanding environments.

Typical Parts We Machine from Stainless Steel 316/316L:

Marine & Saltwater: Boat fittings, propeller shafts, underwater sensors, fasteners
Medical & Pharmaceutical: Implants, surgical instruments, sterilization equipment, MRI components
Chemical Processing: Reactor vessels, heat exchangers, piping systems, pump components

Our Machining Advantage:

Our machining protocols for 316/316L are specifically designed to handle its higher work hardening rate and strength, utilizing sharp, wear-resistant tooling to maintain precision and surface integrity.

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Stainless Steel 316/316L CNC Machining Applications & Parts

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