What Is ASTM A240 Type SS316L Sheet？
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what is ASTM A240 type SS316L Sheet?
ASTM A240 Type SS316L Sheet is a low-carbon, chromium-nickel austenitic stainless steel flat product known for superior corrosion resistance, especially in chloride and marine environments, due to added molybdenum, making it ideal for welded applications in chemical, food processing, and marine industries where standard 316 might sensitize. The "L" signifies low carbon (≤0.03%), preventing weld decay, while ASTM A240 is the standard specification for pressure vessel quality stainless plates, sheets, and strips.
what is ASTM A240 type 316 equivalent?
ASTM A240 Type 316 is a molybdenum-bearing austenitic stainless steel (UNS S31600) known for excellent corrosion resistance, especially in chloride environments, with key international equivalents being EN 1.4401 (X5CrNiMo17-12-2), JIS SUS316, and BS 316S31, offering similar chemistry and performance for applications in marine, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries.
Specification List of Stainless Steel 316 Sheet / Plate
| ASTM Specification | ASTM A240 / ASME SA240 |
|---|---|
| Standard | MSRR, AMS, BS, ASTM A240 / ASME SA240 |
| Length & Sizes | 1000 mm x 2000 mm, 1000 mm x 2000 mm, 1220 mm x 2440 mm, 1250mm x 2500mm, 1500mm x 3000mm to 6000mm, 2000mm x 4000mm to 6000mm, 1500 mm x 3000 mm, 2000 mm x 2000 mm, 2000 mm x 4000 mm, 2m, 2.44m, 3m, 36" X 120" or 48" X 144", 4' x 8', Cut to size available |
| Thickness | 0.1mm to 100 mm Thk |
| Width | 10-2500mm |
| Hardness | Soft, Hard, Half Hard, Quarter Hard, Spring Hard etc. |
| Temper | Annealed |
| Condition | Polished on both sides |
| Finish | Hot rolled plate (HR), Cold rolled sheet (CR), 2B, 2D, BA NO(8), SATIN (Met with Plastic Coated) |
Chemical Structure of ASME SA240 316 Plate
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | Fe |
| SS 316 | 0.08 max | 2.0 max | 1.0 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 16.00 - 18.00 | 2.00 - 3.00 | 11.00 - 14.00 | 67.845 min |
Mechanical Analysis of 316 Stainless Steel Coil
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1400 °C (2550 °F) | Psi - 75000 , MPa - 515 | Psi - 30000 , MPa - 205 | 35 % |
What is the difference between ss316 and ss316l?
Both SS316 and SS316L are austenitic stainless steels, and both contain molybdenum to enhance corrosion resistance. However, the key difference lies in their carbon content: 316L (low carbon) has a maximum carbon content of 0.03%, while 316 has a carbon content of up to 0.08%. The lower carbon content of 316L makes it more suitable for welding applications because it offers better resistance to "weld decay" (intergranular corrosion), although standard 316 has slightly higher strength and hardness in its non-welded state.
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Application of 316 Stainless Steel Sheet
Marine & Coastal: Boat fittings, hardware, offshore structures, coastal architectural panels, balustrading, and trim.
Chemical & Petrochemical: Tanks, piping, containers, processing equipment, and heat exchangers.
Food & Beverage: Food preparation equipment, brewery/dairy equipment, sinks, and cookware.
Pharmaceutical & Medical: Surgical instruments, implants, laboratory benches, and pharmaceutical production equipment.
SS 316L Plate Hsn Code
| Hs Code | Description |
|---|---|
| 72199090 | Stainless Steel 316L Plate |
316 stainless steel sheet price list
| Price list of Stainless Steel 316 Sheet | UNS S31600 Sheet Price in USD |
|---|---|
| PLATES - SA 240 TYPE 316/316L SIZE IN MM:- 10,353 X 2,200 X 48.00 [HOT ROLLED STAINLESS STEEL PLATE] | 2.57 USD |
| PLATES - SA 240 TYPE 316/316L SIZE IN MM:- 7,850 X 3,070 X 60.00 [HOT ROLLED STAINLESS STEEL PLATE] | 2.57 USD |
| H. R. STAINLESS STEEL SHEETS GRADE 1.4404 (316L) EXCESS PRIME (EX STOCK)(WT LESS THAN 1 MT)(WIDTH ABOVE 1280 MM) | 1.88 USD |
| STAINLESS STEEL H.R SHEET GRADE 316 | 1.95 USD |
| COLD ROLLED STAINLESS STEEL SHEET-IM COIL SIZE:THK 0.46,0.25MMXWIDTH 1200 MM X COIL GRADE:316S16,BS5770 | 8.17 USD |
