What is the difference between 304 stainless steel wire and 316 stainless steel wire

These two grades of stainless steel 304 wire and 316 have different mechanical properties due to their different carbon content.

304 stainless steel is the most widely used chromium - nickel stainless steel, as a widely used steel, with good corrosion resistance, heat resistance, low temperature strength and mechanical properties;Stamping, bending and other heat processing good, no heat treatment hardening phenomenon (use temperature -196℃ ~ 800℃).

On the basis of 304, the molybdenum element is added to the 316 steel, which can significantly improve its resistance to intercrystalline corrosion, oxide stress corrosion and reduce the tendency of hot cracking during welding, as well as its good resistance to chloride corrosion.Often used in pure water, distilled water, medicine, sauce, vinegar and other health requirements, medium corrosion properties of strong occasions.The price of 316L is nearly twice that of 304.

Stainless steel 304 wire and 316 wire can be reflected in the following two aspects:

1.Application:

 304 stainless steel is mainly used for corrosion-resistant containers, tableware, furniture, railings, and medical equipment. 316 stainless steel is mainly used in food industry, clock and watch accessories, pharmaceutical industry and surgical equipment.

2.Chloride Corrosion Resistance: 

304 stainless steel is non-magnetic, and its metallographic structure cannot be changed by heat treatment. 316 stainless steel has a special corrosion-resistant structure due to the addition of molybdenum, and has stronger chloride corrosion resistance. It is also used as "ship steel".

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