316 Stainless Steel Casting, 316L stainless steel casting
316 316L stainless steel is austenitic stainless steel. They are the second-most common material of stainless steel casting after stainless steel 304, 304L. Due to the addition of the Mo element, they are known for their superior corrosion resistance and high-temperature strength. Samely, 316 stainless steel castings and 316L stainless steel castings have the same features.
316 Stainless Steel
316 stainless steel is a popular austenitic stainless steel alloy that possesses molybdenum. Unlike 304 stainless steel, it has a high level of resistance to corrosion from chloride and other acids.
It increases the resistance to chemical corrosion and marine environments. 316 stainless steel is ideal for stainless steel casting components, especially for marine applications.
316L stainless steel
316L stainless steel is an extra-low carbon version of stainless steel 316. , The letter of L stands for “low.”So it is easy to remember. The distinct difference is the carbon content.
The key difference between 316 and 316L stainless steel is the carbon content. 316 has a maximum carbon content of 0.08%, 316L has a maximum carbon content of only 0.03%.
316 Stainless Steel,316L Stainless Steel Compositions List
| Grade | 316 | 316L |
| Elements | AISI 316 (1.4401) | AISI 316L (1.4404) |
| C (Carbon) | <= 0.07 % | <= 0.03 % |
| Cr (Chromium) | 16.5 – 18.5 % | 16.5 – 18.5 % |
| Ni (Nickel) | 10 – 13 % | 10 – 13 % |
| Mn (Manganese) | <= 2 % | <= 2 % |
| Mo (Molybdenum) | 2 – 2.5 % | 2 – 2.5 % |
| Si (Silicon) | <= 1 % | <= 1 % |
| N (Nitrogen) | 0.11% | 0.11% |
| P (Phosphorus) | 0.05% | 0.05% |
| S (Sulphur) | 0.03% | 0.02% |
It is usually used to make the corrosion-resistant parts that contact the seawater or corrosive chemical mediums, such as valve castings, chemical equipment, outdoor lamp, medical apparatus part, marine hardware, thermal exchanger part, pipe, etc. The equivalent Grade of Stainless Steel 316 is the CF-8M of the US or 1.4408 of the German.
Applications of 316L / 316 Stainless Steel Casting
Ideal for use in harsh environments, 316/316L Stainless Steel Casting is particularly useful if exposure to salt, chlorides or chlorinated solutions is an issue. When deciding if 316 316L is the correct type of stainless steel for your project, make sure to account for both the process and the environmental factors of the application. Common industries and applications include:
- Aerospace Structures
- Food processing equipment
- Brewery equipment
- Pulp and paper processing equipment used for its resistant properties to sulfurous acids
- Oil & petroleum refining equipment
- Chemical transportation containers
- Textile Industry Equipment
- Laboratory benches & equipment
- Boat fittings
- Heat exchangers
- Marine Environments
- Pharmaceuticals
- Surgical Equipment
- Housings
316L,316 Stainless Steel Casting Process
In our factory, we mainly use was lost investment casting process to produce stainless steel castings.316L,316 Stainless Steel Castings are our regular products. We can customize the stainless steel casting in different grades, sizes, shapes for different industries. Below is the main step for the investment casting process.
- Mold Making.
- Create wax patterns and inspect
- Assembly wax patterns
- Shell making
- Heating to remove the wax.
- Pouring the molten metal.
- Breaking off the shell
- Shot blasting or surface finishing
- Machining if need
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The basic details of 316 Stainless Steel Casting
| Item Name | 316 Stainless Steel Castings |
| General Products Application/Service Area | Metal Parts Solution for Vehicle, Agriculture machine, Construction Machine, transportation equipment, Valve and Pump system, transmission shaft, transmission gear, etc. |
| Main Blank Process for Stainless Steel Casting | Investment casting (wax mold made by middle-temperature wax) /Precision casting Lost Wax Casting (wax mold made by low-temperature wax)/ Precision casting; |
| Blanks Tolerance -Casting Tolerance | CT7-8 for Lost wax Casting Process CT4-6 for Investment casting Process |
| Applicable Material for stainless steel casting | Stainless Steel: CF8, CF8M, . G-X6CrNiMo1810, G-X7CrNiNb1189, SUS 304, 304L, 316, 316L. OR According to customer’s requirement |
| Casting Blank Size | 2 mm-600mm / 0.08inch-24inch according to customer requirement |
| Casting Blank Weight | Range from 0.01kg-85kg |
| Applicable Machining Process | CNC Machining/ Lathing/ Milling/ Turning/ Boring/ Drilling/ Tapping/ Broaching/Reaming /Grinding/Honing and etc. |
| Machining Tolerance | From 0.005mm-0.01mm-0.1mm |
| Machined Surface Quality | Ra 0.8-Ra3.2 according to customer requirement |
| Applicable Heat Treatment | Normalization, annealing, quenching and tempering, Case Hardening, Nitriding, Carbon Nitriding, Induction Quenching etc. |
| Applicable Finish Surface Treatment | Shot/sandblast, polishing, Surface passivation, Primer Painting, Powder coating, ED- Coating, Chromate Plating, zinc-plated, Dacromat coating, Finish Painting, etc. |
| MOQ for batch order | For casting: 100pcs For Machining: 50pcs |
| Lead Time | 50 days for electric butterfly valve |
The finished 316 Stainless Steel Castings we did
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China 316 stainless steel casting foundry ,316L stainless steel casting manufacturer and supplier
JC Casting foundry is an experienced 316 stainless steel castings manufacturer and supplier in China. Our Stainless Steel Foundry has rich experience in stainless steel castings for a variety of applications. Including marine hardware, boat fittings, exhaust manifolds, valve and pump parts, etc. Besides casting, we can also provide extra machining and surface treatment services. Any inquiries on 316L or 316 stainless steel casting, welcome contact us freely OR leave a message.