Type 316 is an austenitic chromiumnickel
stainless steel containing
molybdenum. This addition increases
general corrosion resistance, improves
resistance to pitting from chloride ion
solutions, and provides increased
strength at elevated temperatures. Properties
are similar to those of Type 304
except that this alloy is somewhat
stronger at elevated temperatures.
Corrosion resistance is improved, particularly
against sulfuric, hydrochloric,
acetic, formic and tartaric acids; acid
sulfates and alkaline chlorides.