The Difference between 304 Stainless Steel Plate and 316 Stainless Steel Plate
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There are 3 differences between 304 stainless steel plate and 316 stainless steel plate:
1. Essentially different
The essence of 304 stainless steel: 304 stainless steel is a common material in stainless steel, with a density of 7.93 g/cm3, which is also called 18/8 stainless steel in the industry.
The essence of 316 stainless steel: 316 stainless steel is a kind of austenitic stainless steel. Due to the addition of Mo, its corrosion resistance and high temperature strength are greatly improved. The high temperature resistance able to reach 1200~1300 degrees, which can be used in harsh conditions.
2. Usage are different:
Usage of 304 stainless steel: It is widely used to make equipment and parts that require good comprehensive performance (corrosion resistance and formability).
Usage of 316 stainless steel: The main uses are heat exchangers for pulp and papermaking equipment, dyeing equipment, film washing equipment, pipelines, and exterior materials for buildings in coastal areas. It also used in the field of solenoid valves since 2013, mainly used in housings, clamps, spheres, valve bodies, valve seats, nuts, valve stems, etc.
3. Different characteristics :
The characteristics of 304 stainless steel: it has the characteristics of high temperature resistance of 800 ℃, good processing performance and high toughness.
Features of 316 stainless steel: 316 stainless steel has good oxidation resistance. In the range of 427°C~857°C (800°F-1575°F), better to not to use 316 stainless steel continuously, but when 316 stainless steel is continuously used outside in this temperature range, the stainless steel will have good heat resistance. 316L stainless steel has better resistance to carbide precipitation than 316 stainless steel, and can be used in the above temperature range.
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