SS316
SS316 is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel containing molybdenum. The molybdenum improves resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-containing environments compared with SS304.
SS316 Grade Information
SS316 is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel containing molybdenum. The molybdenum improves resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-containing environments compared with SS304.
Aerospace flat-product specification for SS316. Review the material identity, supply condition and reference properties before preparing an enquiry.
| Material specification | AMS 5524 |
|---|---|
| Material identification | S31600 |
| Product / supply condition | Solution heat treated; verify thickness, finish and ordered revision. |
SS316 Chemical Composition
Manufacturer typical composition, mass %; selected elements only.
| Element / description | Mass % / reference value |
|---|---|
| C | 0.04 |
| Cr | 17.2 |
| Ni | 10.1 |
| Mo | 2.1 |
| Other | — |
SS316 Mechanical Properties
Published reference values for the stated form and condition. Typical values are not specification acceptance limits.
| Product form / condition | Tensile (MPa) | 0.2% proof / yield (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Data basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot-rolled plate, usually 10–20 mm, transverse; room temperature | 570 | 260 | 55 | Manufacturer typical values; elongation A5. |
Manufacturer reference data is shown for comparison. Use the selected AMS 5524 edition and certified material test results for acceptance. Confirm specimen direction, gauge length, thickness and heat treatment.
AMS 5524 Grade Reference
S31600
| Material specification | AMS 5524 |
|---|---|
| Source edition | AMS5524P |
| Product / supply condition | Solution heat treated; verify thickness, finish and ordered revision. |
| Comparison tables | View the AMS 5524 comparison tables |
| Material overview | View SS316 in Materials |
| Publisher reference | AMS 5524 publisher reference |
| Source reference | Parker Aerospace — controlled specification list (AMS forms and conditions) |
| Source reference | Outokumpu — Steel Grades, Properties and Global Standards, Tables 4, 5 and 7 |
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