316L Stainless Steel Seamless Pipe/ Tubo sin soldadura de acero inoxidable
316L has been widely used in chemical industry because of its excellent corrosion resistance.
Main Standard: ASTM A213, ASTM A312, ASTM A269
Main Grade: 316L; 1.4404
Outer Diameter: 10-25mm
Wall Thickness: 1.5-6mm
Length: Random
Surface Treatment: pickling or as customers’ requirement
How is it Measured? Outer Diameter (A) X Schedule or Wall Thickness (B) X Length
PS: L in 316L means LOW.
316 | 316L |
Contains more carbon | Contains less carbon |
More liable to weld decay | Better for avoiding weld corrosion |
Effective in acidic environment | Good for high-temperature |
High-corrosion use |
304 stainless steel applications | 316 stainless steel applications |
Storage tanks | Pharmaceutical equipment |
Indoor electrical enclosures | Medical equipment |
Wheel covers | Chemical equipment |
Automotive trim | Stainless steel floats |
Kitchen equipment | Structural steel and components in marine environments |
Appliances | Commercial kitchen surfaces, equipment and appliances |
Decorative trim |
304 benefits | 316L benefits |
Lower cost | Superior corrosion |
Easier to weld and form | Stronger and more durable |
Able to withstand corrosion from most oxidizing acids | Better for marine, offshore and washdown applications |
Advantages Of Seamless Tubes & Pipes
A. Heavy and thick wall thickness
B. No weld seam. Generally be considered as better properties and corrosion resistance
C. Better ovality, or roundness