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316L 1.4404

SLM / Metal · Steel · Metallic steel

316L is one of the most common and longest-established stainless steels, in use for close to a century. Thanks to exceptional corrosion resistance, versatility and a balanced combination of mechanical and welding properties, it is used across a wide range of industries – automotive, chemical, energy, general transport and more. In any application that needs excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in contact with acids, chlorine or hydrogen, 316L is a durable and reliable solution.

SteelVery good corrosion resistancehigh-temperature strengthhigh ductility
670 MPa (horizontal, average; min 640)
Tensile Strength
41% (horizontal, average; min 31)
Elongation at Break
≈7.9 g/cm³
Density
316L 1.4404 — Metallic steel
Finish and colour of the material as printed
Why choose 316L 1.4404?Why this material

Excellent corrosion resistance (acids, chlorine, hydrogen)

Versatile across a wide range of industries

A balanced combination of mechanical and welding properties

A long service history and extensive mechanical documentation

Technical propertiesVerified figures only
670 MPa (horizontal, average; min 640)
605 MPa (vertical, average · min 580), no heat treatment (NHT), ASTM A276/DIN EN 10088/1.4404, parameter set SLM 280 PRECISION (gas Argon)
Tensile Strength
41% (horizontal, average; min 31)
45% (vertical, average · min 40), NHT
Elongation at Break
≈7.9 g/cm³
(powder density)
Density
Metallic steel
Natural Color
Typical applicationsWhat it is used for
Aerospace
Automotive
Surgical instruments
Food
Offshore
Compatible printersSystems that run this material
NXG 600E
NXG XII 600
SLM 500
SLM 280 PS
SLM 280 2.0
Material characteristicsAppearance and classification
  • Very good corrosion resistance
  • high-temperature strength
  • high ductility

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