Stainless Steel
316L / 1.4404
Stainless Steel 1.4404/316L is one of the most frequently used corrosion- resistant stainless steels. Due to the addition of molybdenum, this material offers significantly improved corrosion resistance compared with other stainless steels. Thanks to its lower carbon content, 1.4404 is also characterized by good processing properties. Stainless Steel 1.4404 has a wide range of applications in numerous industries such as automotive, construction, aerospace, mechanical engineering and pharmaceuticals.
Properties
- Good corrosion resistance
- High tensile strength
- Good strength and rigidity
Applications
- Watches, jewellery, functional components for electronic housings and accessories
- Food and chemical facilities
- Non-corrosive components in the automotive industry
Example parts
9 Benchmark parts from Stainless Steel 316L
144 stacked driver parts from Stainless Steel 316L
Material data sheet
Compare with other available materials
| Material | Corrosion | Strength | Temperature | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4404 / 316L | Excellent | Good | Up to 300°C | Medium |
| 1.4542 / 17-4PH | Very good | Excellent | Up to 550°C | Medium |
| Tool Steel 1.2709 | Poor | Excellent | low | Medium |
| AlSi10Mg | Fair | Good | Up to 150°C | Very light |
| Ti6Al4V | Very good | Excellent | Up to 900°C | Light |
| CoCr F75 | Very good | Excellent | Up to 800°C | Medium |
Is this the right material for you?
- Corrosion-critical applications (food, chemicals, salt water)
- Operating temperatures up to 300°C continuous
- Components requiring post-machining (blasting, polishing)
- Extreme temperatures above 400°C continuous
- Maximum strength / hardness requirements (try tool steel)
- Weight-critical aerospace applications (try titanium or aluminum)
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