316 Stainless Steel Casting Alloy
Chemical Composition
| Element | Symbol | Average Preferred Range % |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon | C | 0.08 |
| Manganese | Mn | 2 |
| Silicon | Si | 0.75 |
| Nickel | Ni | 10.0-14.0 |
| Chromium | Cr | 16.0-18.0 |
| Molybdenum | Mo | 2.0-3.0 |
| Phosphorus | P | 0.045 |
| Sulfur | S | 0.03 |
| Iron | Fe | Balance |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Metric Values | Imperial Values |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strenght Min | 75 ksi | 515 MPa |
| Yield Strenght Min | 30 ksi | 207 MPa |
| Elongation Min % | 30% | 30% |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 30% | 200HB |
Comparative Specifications
- ASTM / SAE: ASTM A240 / 316
- DIN: DIN X5CrNiMo17-12-2
- Afnor: Z6CND17-11
- EN (EU/US) / BS (British Standard): EN 1.4401 X6CrNiMo17-12-2KD / 316S31
- ISO (International) / UNS: 4401-316-00-I / UNS S31600
Applicable Casting Processes
- Chemically Bonded Sand Casting
- Investment Casting
- Shell Casting
Stainless Steels
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