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SS 316 — Stainless Steel (SS) Grade Specification, Properties & Equivalents

Complete technical reference for SS 316 Stainless Steel (SS): chemistry, mechanical properties, 5 international equivalents, and live Indian market rates.

SS 316 is a Stainless Steel (SS) grade widely used in Indian engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing. Marine grade with higher corrosion resistance due to molybdenum. This page lists the chemical composition, mechanical properties, and international equivalents of SS 316, with live per-kg rates from verified MetaleMart sellers.

Chemical Composition (%)

CNPSCrMnMoNiSi
0.08 max0.10 max0.045 max0.030 max16.0-18.02.00 max2.0-3.010.0-14.01.00 max

Mechanical Properties

PropertyValue
hardness217 HB max
elongation40% min
yield strength205 MPa min
tensile strength515 MPa min

International Equivalents

Standard BodyCountryDesignation
ASTM/AISIUSAAISI 316
UNSUSAS31600
DIN/ENGermany1.4401 / X5CrNiMo17-12-2
JISJapanSUS 316
GBChina0Cr17Ni12Mo2

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SS 316?

Marine grade with higher corrosion resistance due to molybdenum.

What are the international equivalents of SS 316?

SS 316 is equivalent to AISI 316 (ASTM/AISI, USA), S31600 (UNS, USA), 1.4401 / X5CrNiMo17-12-2 (DIN/EN, Germany), SUS 316 (JIS, Japan).

Where can I buy SS 316 in India?

MetaleMart lists verified sellers of SS 316 Stainless Steel (SS) across India in multiple shapes — round bar, flat bar, sheet, pipe, and more. Live per-kg rates are visible without login.

What is the typical price of SS 316?

Prices for SS 316 vary by shape, size, quantity, and location. View live rates from verified Indian sellers on MetaleMart product pages.

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