Application of 316 stainless steel

Adding molybdenum to 316 makes it more corrosion-resistant than similar alloys. 316 is a primary metal used in marine environments due to its corrosion resistance. 316 stainless is used in hospitals because of its cleanliness. 316 type of stainless steel is an authentic, chromium-nickel stainless steel that can withstand a variety of chemical corrosives like seawater or brine solutions. 304 stainless steel typical applications.

Chemical equipment: reservoirs and pipelines for chemical applications, chemical storage, and processing equipment, and refinery infrastructure.

Mechanical parts: ship tracks, steel wire rope, ship ladders, ship hulls.

Medical equipment: large pharmaceutical equipment, surgical equipment, etc.

The main difference between 304 and 316 stainless steel is that 316 grade has a much higher molybdenum content, typically 2-3% by weight, and provides better corrosion resistance.

These numerous advantages and benefits mean that 316 Stainless Steel is used in many different applications and environments which include the following examples:

•  – Food preparation surfaces, equipment, and appliances, particularly in chloride environments
•  – Laboratory benches & equipment
•  – Coastal architectural panelling, railings & trim
•  – Boat fittings
•  – Chemical containers, including for transport
•  – Heat Exchangers
•  – Woven or welded screens for mining, quarrying & water filtration
•  – Threaded fasteners
•  – Springs
•  – The storing and handling of acetic acid
•  – It’s used in the pulp and paper industry to avoid iron contamination of the product, specifically Type 316 is used extensively in the paper machine.
•  – Pressure vessels
•  – Furnace parts
•  – Valves & pumps
•  – Pharmaceutical equipment
•  – General chemical equipment
•  – Stainless steel floats
•  – Structural steel and components in marine environments
•  – Medical equipment
•  – Coastal environments
•  – Areas with high salt levels (such as roadways)
•  – Brewing facilities
•  – Environments with increased exposure to alkalis and acids
•  – Industrial equipment that handle corrosive process chemicals used to make such products as inks, textiles, bleaches, photographic chemicals, and rubber
•  – Food preparation equipment particularly in chloride environments.
•  – Architectural applications
•  – Medical implants, including pins, screws and orthopaedic implants like total hip and knee replacements