SS 316 / 316L Stainless Steel Plates & Sheets.
Stainless steel 316 and 316L plates and sheets for industrial equipment and applications where molybdenum-alloyed stainless steel is specified.
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Mill test certificate (EN 10204 3.1) supplied with material; third-party inspection on request.
Quick details
| Material grade | SS 316 (UNS S31600) |
|---|---|
| Standard | ASTM A240 / ASME SA240 Type 316 |
| Type | Cold-rolled sheet, Hot-rolled plate, Coil and strip, Cut-to-size blanks |
| Thickness | Sheet 0.4 mm to 6 mm; plate 6 mm to 100 mm; heavier on enquiry |
| Usage / application | Chemical and petrochemical process lines, Marine and coastal fabrication, Pharmaceutical equipment |
| Test certificate | Mill test certificate (EN 10204 3.1) supplied with material; third-party inspection on request. |
| Business type | Stockist and supplier |
| Location | 231/235, Sant Sena Maharaja Marg, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400004, India |
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Product information for purchasing teams
Stainless steel 316 and 316L plates and sheets for industrial equipment and applications where molybdenum-alloyed stainless steel is specified. Exact specification, availability and commercial details are confirmed against your enquiry.
Chemical and process equipment, industrial fabrication and components exposed to environments where the selected 316-series grade is suitable. Material selection should be based on the actual service conditions.
Standards and specifications
ASTM A240 / ASME SA240 are commonly specified for stainless plate, sheet and strip. Verify grade, product form, condition and specification before ordering.
Grades and material families
AISI 316 / UNS S31600 and 316L / UNS S31603. 316Ti or other grades require separate specification confirmation.
Forms and supply options
Plate, sheet, coil and cut-size enquiries, subject to dimensions and sourcing confirmation.
SS 316 Sheets & Plates specifications
| Material standard | ASTM A240 / ASME SA240 Type 316 |
|---|---|
| Grade | SS 316, UNS S31600, W.Nr 1.4401 |
| Thickness | Sheet 0.4 mm to 6 mm; plate 6 mm to 100 mm; heavier on enquiry |
| Sizes | 1250 × 2500 mm, 1500 × 3000 mm, 2000 × 6000 mm, or cut to size |
| Finishes | 2B, BA, No. 1 (HRAP), No. 4 brushed, mirror, chequered |
| Cutting | Shearing, plasma and 3 kW CNC laser cutting, subject to material and thickness feasibility |
| Inspection | Third-party inspection on request |
| Documents | Mill test certificate (EN 10204 3.1) supplied with material; third-party inspection on request. |
Related designation references
| Grade | UNS | Werkstoff Nr. | EN / BS | JIS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS 316 | S31600 | 1.4401 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 | SUS 316 |
Cross-standard references are not automatic substitutes. Confirm the exact product form, specification, composition, class and condition before accepting a substitution.
Chemical composition, %
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Ni | Mo | N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS 316 | ≤ 0.08 | ≤ 2.00 | ≤ 0.75 | ≤ 0.045 | ≤ 0.030 | 16.0 – 18.0 | 10.0 – 14.0 | 2.00 – 3.00 | ≤ 0.10 |
Mechanical properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | ≥ 515 MPa |
| Yield strength (0.2%) | ≥ 205 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥ 40% |
| Hardness | ≤ 217 HB |
Values per ASTM A240, annealed. Confirm against the current edition of the standard and your purchase specification.
Density: 7.98 g/cm³
Types we supply
- Cold-rolled sheet
- Hot-rolled plate
- Coil and strip
- Cut-to-size blanks
Applications
- Chemical and petrochemical process lines
- Marine and coastal fabrication
- Pharmaceutical equipment
- Pulp and paper machinery
What to include in your RFQ
Share the exact grade and standard, product dimensions, quantity, required delivery location and any inspection or material certificate requirements. This helps the team review the specification and confirm availability before quotation.
Questions buyers ask
Should I choose 304 or 316?
316 contains molybdenum, which improves resistance to some forms of corrosion. Grade selection still depends on the medium, concentration, temperature, fabrication and service conditions. Confirm suitability with the project specification rather than treating either grade as suitable for every chloride environment.
Which standard covers SS 316 Sheets & Plates?
SS 316 Sheets & Plates are supplied to ASTM A240 / ASME SA240 Type 316.
What sizes of SS 316 Sheets & Plates does Steel Impex India supply?
Thickness: Sheet 0.4 mm to 6 mm; plate 6 mm to 100 mm; heavier on enquiry. Sizes: 1250 × 2500 mm, 1500 × 3000 mm, 2000 × 6000 mm, or cut to size. Exact availability is confirmed for each enquiry.
Do SS 316 Sheets & Plates come with a mill test certificate?
Mill test certificate (EN 10204 3.1) supplied with material; third-party inspection on request.
What should I send for the SS 316 Sheets & Plates quotation?
Send thickness, width × length (or cut-size drawing), finish, quantity and certificate type.
Where is Steel Impex India located?
Steel Impex India is at 231/235, Sant Sena Maharaja Marg, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400004, India We supply across India.