316 Stainless Steel ASTM 316L Stainless Steel Bar Grinding Rod High Temperature Resistance

316 stainless steel ASTM316L stainless steel bar Grinding rod high temperature resistance.

‌316L stainless steel is a high-quality stainless steel material that belongs to the austenitic stainless steel series. ‌It has excellent corrosion resistance, antibacterial properties and good thermal insulation properties, and is widely used in high-end thermos cups, medical equipment, marine engineering, chemical equipment and other fields. ‌

The main components of 316L stainless steel include 16-18% chromium (Cr), 10-14% nickel (Ni) and 2-3% molybdenum (Mo), in addition to a small amount of carbon (C), manganese (Mn), silicon (Si), phosphorus (P), sulfur (S) and other elements. Among them, "L" stands for low carbon (Low Carbon), and its carbon content is usually less than 0.03%, which makes 316L less likely to produce carbide precipitation during welding, thereby enhancing its corrosion resistance.

Compared with other stainless steel materials, 316L has higher corrosion resistance and heat resistance, and is particularly suitable for environments containing acidic media. It can effectively resist the erosion of acidic and alkaline media, ensuring durability and safety during use. In addition, 316L stainless steel has a smooth surface, elegant metallic luster, is wear-resistant and not easy to rust, and can maintain a good appearance after long-term use.

In terms of application areas, 316L stainless steel has gradually become the preferred material for high-end thermos cups due to its excellent performance and corrosion resistance, and is widely used in the manufacture of high-end fields such as medical equipment, marine engineering, chemical equipment, and food processing equipment.

Chemical composition
Carbon C: ≤0.030
Silicon Si: ≤1.00
Manganese Mn: ≤2.00
Sulfur S: ≤0.030
Phosphorus P: ≤0.045
Chromium Cr: 16.00～18.00
Nickel Ni: 10.00～14.00
Molybdenum Mo: 2.00～3.00

Effect of ingredients on performance
Carbon (C): Low carbon content (≤0.03%) helps improve toughness and reduce intergranular corrosion during welding.
Chromium (Cr): The content is between 16% and 18%, which significantly improves the corrosion resistance of steel.
Nickel (Ni): The content is between 12% and 15%, which improves corrosion resistance and toughness.
Molybdenum (Mo): The content is between 2% and 3%, which increases the ability to resist chloride corrosion.
Silicon (Si), manganese (Mn) and phosphorus (P): These elements are present in small amounts and mainly play a role in improving material properties.

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Application Areas
Due to its excellent corrosion resistance, high temperature strength and work hardening properties, 316L stainless steel is widely used in the following fields:

‌Food Industry‌: Due to its non-toxicity and corrosion resistance, it is often used in food processing equipment.
‌Surgical Equipment‌: Often used in medical devices due to its good biocompatibility and corrosion resistance.
‌Chemical Equipment‌: In the chemical industry, 316L stainless steel is used to manufacture corrosion-resistant equipment.
‌Marine Environment‌: Its excellent corrosion resistance makes it suitable for equipment in marine environments.