Difference between 316 and 316L stainless steel

The difference between AISI 316L and 316 stainless steel mainly concerns the percentage of carbon, the letter "L" means the lower percentage of carbon present precisely in the "316L" quality. This lower presence is an important factor which determines a greater resistance to corrosion in the 316L.

[@abrahamfrago3728]

I need to build a reactor to withstand constant 800c, will 316L suffice?

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Thnx

[@vishnupanchal9056]

Which materila is best for machining 316 or 316l?

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Hi and thanks for the question, AISI 316L stainless steel is more malleable during most machining operations.