Stainless steel rods are an essential part of various industries due to their versatility, durability, and corrosion resistance. One popular type of stainless steel rod is 316L stainless steel rod. Let's explore the uses of stainless steel rod and why 316L stainless steel rod is in particular demand.
Stainless steel bars are widely used in the construction, manufacturing, automotive and aerospace industries. In construction, stainless steel rods are used to strengthen concrete structures such as buildings, bridges and highways. Stainless steel's high strength and excellent corrosion resistance make it ideal for withstanding harsh environmental conditions.
In manufacturing, stainless steel bars are used to produce various components. These rods are commonly used in the manufacture of machinery, equipment and piping systems. Due to its excellent mechanical properties and heat resistance, stainless steel rods ensure the durability and reliability of these industrial components.
The automotive industry relies heavily on stainless steel bar to manufacture parts such as exhaust systems, engine components and chassis frames. Stainless steel's ability to withstand extreme temperatures, pressures and corrosion makes it an ideal material for these applications. Additionally, the aesthetics and low maintenance requirements of stainless steel have also made it popular in the automotive industry.
In the aerospace industry, stainless steel bars are widely used in the construction of aircraft frames, landing gear and propulsion systems. These rods provide strength and stability to the aircraft while ensuring safety and corrosion resistance. The lightweight properties of stainless steel bars are especially important in this industry as it helps to reduce the overall weight of aircraft and improve fuel efficiency.
Now let's focus exclusively on 316L stainless steel bars. This grade of stainless steel is known for its excellent corrosion resistance, making it suitable for use in marine environments. It is commonly used in the manufacture of marine components such as ship fittings, propellers and offshore drilling equipment. Due to its hygienic properties, 316L stainless steel bars are also used in the pharmaceutical and food processing industries.
In conclusion, stainless steel bars have a wide range of uses in various industries. From construction to manufacturing and aerospace, these rods offer exceptional performance, durability and corrosion resistance. In particular 316L Stainless Steel Rod has significant applications in the marine and professional industries where it is highly sought after for its excellent corrosion resistance.
316/316L Stainless Steel Chemical Composition:
Weight % (all values are maximum unless a range is otherwise indicated)
| Element |
316 |
316L |
| Cr |
16-18 |
16-18 |
| Ni |
10-14 |
10-14 |
| Mo |
2.0-3.0 |
2.0-3.0 |
| C |
0.08 max |
0.03 max |
| Mn |
2.0 max |
2.0 max |
| P |
0.045 max |
0.045 max |
| S |
0.03 max |
0.03 max |
| Si |
0.75 max |
0.75 max |
| Ni |
0.1 max |
0.1 max |
316/316L Stainless Steel Mechanical Properties:
| |
Typical |
316 |
316L |
| 0.2% Offset Yield Strength, ksi |
44 |
30 min |
25 min |
| ksi |
85 |
75 min |
70min |
| Elongation in 2 inches, % |
56 |
40min |
40 min |
| Reduction in Area, % |
69 |
- |
- |
| Hardness, Rockwell B |
81 |
95 max |
95 max |
316/316L Stainless Steel Applications:
★Food preparation equipment, especially in chloride environments
★Chemical processing, equipment
★Laboratory benches and equipment
★Rubber, plastics, pulp & paper machinery
★Pollution control equipment
★Boat fittings, valve, and pump trim
★Heat exchangers
★Pharmaceutical and textile industries
★Condensers, evaporators, and tanks
Cold Rolled Stainless Steel Sheet
* Thickness: 0.3mm - 16.0mm
* Width: 1000mm, (4′)1220mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm
* Length: Cut as per customer's requirements
* Standard Size: 1000*2000mm, 1219*2438mm, 1220*2440mm, 1250*2500mm, 1500*3000mm, 1500*6000mm, 1800*6000mm, 2000*6000mm, 4'*8'
* Edge: Mill Edge/Slit Edge
* Technique: Cold Rolled
* Surface: 2B/BA/HL/8K mirror/BA/2D/ Titanium coating with Filim
* Standard: ASTM A240/A480M, ASTM B443/SB443, ASTM B625, B709, B618, B435, ASTM A480, A895, A693, DIN 10088, EN 10028, JIS G4304, JIS G4305, etc.
*Grade: 201, 301, 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 321, 317L, 310S, 347H, 410, 420, 409L, 430, 440C, 444, 441, S32760, 2205, 904L, 630, 631, 253Ma, 254SMo, Incoloy 926, Inconel 625, Monel 400 etc.
* Processing Service: Bending, Welding, Decoiling, Punching, Cutting, etc.
Hot Rolled Stainless Steel Plate
* Thickness: 3.0mm - 300mm
* Width: 1000mm, (4′)1220mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm-3000mm
* Length: Produce as per customer's requirements
* Standard Size: 1000*2000mm, 1219*2438mm, 1220*2440mm, 1250*2500mm, 1500*3000mm, 1500*6000mm, 1800*6000mm, 2000*6000mm, 4'*8'
* Edge: Mill Edge/Slit Edge
* Technique: Hot Rolled
* Surface: No.1/1D/Pickling
* Standard: ASTM A240/A480M, ASTM B443/SB443, ASTM B625, B709, B618, B435, ASTM A480, A895, A693, DIN 10088, EN 10028, JIS G4304, JIS G4305, etc.
*Grade: 201, 301, 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 321, 317L, 310S, 347H, 410, 420, 409L, 430, 440C, 444, 441, S32760, 2205, 904L, 630, 631, 253Ma, 254SMo, Incoloy 926, Inconel 625, Monel 400 etc.
* Processing Service: Bending, Welding, Decoiling, Punching, Cutting, etc.
Cold Rolled Stainless Steel Coil
* Thickness: 0.4mm - 6.0mm
* Width: 1000mm, (4′)1220mm, 1500mm, 2000mm
* Length: Depends on Coil Weight
* Standard Size: 1000*C, 1219*C, 1220*C, 1250*C, 1500*3000mm, 1500*C, 1800*C, 2000*C, 4'*C
* Edge: Mill Edge/Slit Edge
* Technique: Cold Rolled
* Surface: 2B/No.4/HL/8K/BA
* Standard: ASTM A240/A480M, ASTM B443/SB443, ASTM B625, B709, B618, B435, ASTM A480, A895, A693, DIN 10088, EN 10028, JIS G4304, JIS G4305, etc.
*Grade: 201, 301, 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 321, 317L, 310S, 347H, 410, 420, 409L, 430, 440C, 444, 441, S32760, 2205, 904L, 630, 631, 253Ma, 254SMo, Incoloy 926, Inconel 625, Monel 400 etc.
* Processing Service: Bending, Welding, Decoiling, Punching, Cutting, etc.
Hot Rolled Stainless Steel Coil
* Thickness: 3.0mm - 16mm
* Width: 1000mm, (4′)1220mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm,2200mm
* Length: Depends on Coil Weight
Standard Size: 1000*C, 1219*C, 1220*C, 1250*C, 1500*3000mm, 1500*C, 1800*C, 2000*C, 4'*C
* Edge: Mill Edge/Slit Edge
* Technique: Hot Rolled
* Surface: No.1/1D
* Standard: ASTM A240/A480M, ASTM B443/SB443, ASTM B625, B709, B618, B435, ASTM A480, A895, A693, DIN 10088, EN 10028, JIS G4304, JIS G4305, etc.
*Grade: 201, 301, 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 321, 317L, 310S, 347H, 410, 420, 409L, 430, 440C, 444, 441, S32760, 2205, 904L, 630, 631, 253Ma, 254SMo, Incoloy 926, Inconel 625, Monel 400 etc.
* Processing Service: Bending, Welding, Decoiling, Punching, Cutting, etc.
Cold Rolled Stainless Steel Strip
* Thickness: 0.002mm - 3.0mm
* Width: 5mm - 900mm
* Length: Depends on Coil Weight
* Edge: Slit Edge
* Technique: Cold Rolled
* Surface: 2B/BA/HL/8K mirror/BA/2D
* Standard: ASTM A240/A480M, ASTM B443/SB443, ASTM B625, B709, B618, B435, ASTM A480, A895, A693, DIN 10088, EN 10028, JIS G4304, JIS G4305, etc.
*Grade: 201, 301, 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 321, 317L, 310S, 347H, 410, 420, 409L, 430, 440C, 444, 441, S32760, 2205, 904L, 630, 631, 253Ma, 254SMo, Incoloy 926, Inconel 625, Monel 400 etc.
Hot Rolled Stainless Steel Strip
* Thickness: 0.002mm - 16.0mm
* Width: 5mm - 900mm
* Length: Depends on Coil Weight
* Edge: Slit Edge
* Technique: Hot Rolled
* Surface: 1D/Pickling
* Standard: ASTM A240/A480M, ASTM B443/SB443, ASTM B625, B709, B618, B435, ASTM A480, A895, A693, DIN 10088, EN 10028, JIS G4304, JIS G4305, etc.
*Grade: 201, 301, 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 321, 317L, 310S, 347H, 410, 420, 409L, 430, 440C, 444, 441, S32760, 2205, 904L, 630, 631, 253Ma, 254SMo, Incoloy 926, Inconel 625, Monel 400 etc
Hot Rolled Stainless Steel Checkered Plate
* Thickness: 1.0mm - 10mm
* Width: 600mm - 1800mm
* Length: 2000mm - 6000mm
* Edge: Mill Edge/Slit Edge
* Technique: Hot Rolled
* Surface: No.1/1D/Pickling
* Standard: ASTM A240/A480
* Grade: 304, 316L, 430
* Pattern: Chequered pattern, diamond pattern, lentils pattern, leaves pattern, etc.
Q: What kind of ZYTC company?
A: ZYTC is a professional manufacturer of metals and alloy productions and has its own warehouse with more than 30,000 tons capacity. We are working hard to open up the international market. At the same time, we will encounter a variety of purchase orders, In order to meet customer requirements and improve services, we will also distribute some kinds of metal products, of course, our strict procurement management and quality management departments can guarantee excellent quality of all products.
Q: What certificate does ZYTC have?
A: ZYTC acquired the ISO 14001 environmental management system certificate, 0HSAS18001 occupational health and safety management system certificate, and ISO 9001 quality management system certificate.
Q: What's your purchasing system?
A: Our procurement system adopts the 5R principle to ensure the "right quality" from the "right supplier" with the "right quantity" of materials at the "right time" with the "right price" to maintain normal production and sales activities. At the same time, we strive to reduce production and marketing costs to achieve our procurement and supply goals: close relationships with suppliers, ensure and maintain supply, reduce procurement costs, and ensure procurement quality.
Q: Who are your cooperate partners?
A: ZYTC has a very good relationship with world-known factories, such as Baosteel, TISCO, ZPSS, JISCO, ATl, SMC, HAYNES, VDM, ArcelorMittal, etc.
Q: What are your company's payment methods?
A: 30% T/T deposit, 70% T/T balance payment before shipment. More payment methods depend on your choices.
Q: Can you accept small orders?
A: If we have the exact materials in stock, we can deliver even 1 piece. If we don't have the goods in stock, the MOQ is normally 1 ton.
Q: Do you guarantee the safe and reliable delivery of products?
A: Yes, we always use high-quality packaging for shipping. We usually pack the products with a soft material such as polyethylene foam and then pack them in wooden cases to ensure the safety of the product in the process of transportation.
Q: Does ZYTC provide processing services?
A: Yes, we also provide processing services to the outside world, and providing professional services is one of our goals. Such as bending, water cutting, laser cutting, digging holes, welded, slit coil, and other processing according to the drawings.
Q: How to guarantee the quality?
A: Each production procedure will be subject to testing and evaluation. from the very choice of raw materials to the package for shipment. Only the products surviving all the tests are delivered for export.
Q: What if there is a quality problem?
A: We also keep a piece of the sample before shipping. After comparing the buyer's test result, and it turns out to be our problem, we will return the money back and pay for your lost or delivery of qualified materials again.
Q: Can you provide samples?
A: As a professional company, we know that the quality of products is valued by each customer, especially for international trade, we understand the customer's worries, so we can provide samples to customers, and we can ensure the consistency of the quality of samples and batch product products. The sample is free, but the buyer should pay the freight fee. And the freight fee will be returned in the future order.
Q: How about the delivery time?
A: Stock products can be shipped within 3 days. Customized product delivery time is normally 25 working days, but it is also influenced by the specific requirements or the order quantity. Partial shipment is allowed.
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Stainless steel rods are an essential part of various industries due to their versatility, durability, and corrosion resistance. One popular type of stainless steel rod is 316L stainless steel rod. Let's explore the uses of stainless steel rod and why 316L stainless steel rod is in particular demand.
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