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SS 316
Marine-grade stainless steel
SS 316 is a molybdenum-bearing stainless steel with better chloride and chemical resistance than SS 304.
Density
8.0 g/cm³
Tensile strength
515-760 MPa
Max temperature
~800 °C
Pros
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- Good for marine use
- Weldable
Considerations
- Costlier than 304
- Heavy
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Property profile
Strength
68
Lightness
28
Heat
82
Flexibility
50
Durability
86
Corrosion
92
Affordability
54