Supplier highlights:This supplier mainly exports to the Democratic Republic of Congo, the UK, and Brazil. They offer full customization, design customization, and sample customization services, and have product certifications.
Compared to basic grades in the 300 series (e.g., 304), Type 316 contains additional molybdenum (Mo, approximately 2–3% content), which significantly enhances resistance to chloride ion (Cl⁻) corrosion. It can effectively withstand erosion from chloride-containing media such as seawater, saltwater, and chemical solutions (e.g., dilute hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid). This addresses the issue of 304 stainless steel being prone to rust in high-salt or chemical-intensive environments, earning Type 316 the nickname "seawater-resistant stainless steel."
Classified as austenitic stainless steel, it is non-magnetic and exhibits excellent toughness and ductility at room temperature. It can withstand complex fabrication processes such as bending, welding, and cutting (meeting the customized forming needs of square pipes, e.g., the "bending services" mentioned earlier) without cracking or deformation after processing.
It maintains strong high-temperature stability: retains good strength and plasticity in environments below 800°C (1472°F), making it suitable for low-to-medium temperature industrial equipment (e.g., heat exchangers, piping systems).
3. Good Hygiene & Environmental Friendliness
Its smooth surface is easy to clean, with no risk of heavy metal leaching. It meets food-grade and medical-grade material standards, making it suitable for food processing equipment (e.g., brewing, dairy pipelines) and medical device enclosures—scenarios with strict hygiene requirements.
4.More Stable Mechanical Support
The square cross-section provides better torsional strength and bending strength than round pipes of the same specification. In scenarios requiring load-bearing or fixation (e.g., steel structure brackets, guardrail posts, equipment frames), it delivers more reliable support without additional reinforcement, reducing material usage.
5.Easy Installation & Assembly
The flat sides of the square pipe facilitate tight bonding with other components (e.g., plates, flanges) for welding or bolted connections. Joints have better sealing performance, making it particularly suitable for assembling piping systems and decorative structures while lowering construction difficulty.
6.Neat Appearance, Suitable for Decorative Scenarios
The square structure features clean lines and a strong sense of three-dimensionality. In architectural decoration (e.g., curtain wall keels, handrails) and furniture hardware (e.g., cabinet brackets), it combines functionality with aesthetics, reducing the need for additional post-processing.
