316L - Body Modification Glossary Project

316L stainless steel is commonly used in applications requiring high corrosion and heat resistance, toughness and long life. High aesthetics and polishability are added benefits. A virtually non-magnetic material, 316L applications include a wide variety of medical devices, hardware components and small tools.

Physical Properties Density > 7.9 g/cm³ Melting Point 1302 °C

Mechanical Properties Ultimate Tensile Strength 510 MPa Yield Strength 180 MPa Elongation 50% Hardness 120 HV10

Analysis Fe Balance Cr 16-18% Ni 10-14% Mo 2-3% Si 1% C 0.03%