Chemical Composition and Mechanical Properties of SUS316 Stainless Steel

SUS316 is an austenitic stainless steel with the following composition and properties:

Mechanical Properties:

Applications and Industries Using SUS316 Stainless Steel

SUS316 is widely used in various industries due to its excellent corrosion resistance:

1. Chemical processing plants
2. Food processing equipment
3. Pharmaceutical industry
4. Marine applications
5. Oil and gas industry
6. Pulp and paper processing
7. Textile industry equipment
8. Architectural applications

Manufacturing Process of SUS316 Stainless Steel

The manufacturing process of SUS316 typically involves:

1. Melting raw materials in an electric arc furnace
2. Refining the molten metal using AOD or VOD processes
3. Continuous casting into slabs
4. Hot rolling to reduce thickness
5. Cold rolling to achieve final dimensions
6. Annealing and pickling for surface finish

Comparison of SUS316 with Other Stainless Steel Grades

SUS316 offers improved corrosion resistance compared to SUS304, especially in chloride-containing environments.

Corrosion Resistance and Heat Treatment of SUS316

SUS316 exhibits excellent corrosion resistance:

• Highly resistant to pitting and crevice corrosion
• Suitable for use in marine environments
• Resistant to many chemicals and acids

Heat treatment:

• Solution annealing: 1010-1120°C, followed by rapid cooling
• Stress relief annealing may be performed at lower temperatures

At HL Steel Company, we offer high-quality SUS316 stainless steel products tailored to meet your specific industrial needs, ensuring superior performance in corrosive environments.