Stainless steel sheet and plate 316L is also referred to as marine grade stainless steel. It provides advanced corrosion and pitting resistance in more aggressive environments, making it ideal for applications involving salt water, acidic chemicals, or chloride. Sheet and plate 316L also is commonly used in the food and pharmacy industry where it is required to minimize metallic contamination. It also provides superior corrosion/oxidation resistance, withstands chemical and high-saline environments, excellent weight-bearing properties, superior durability and is non-magnetic.
Stainless steel sheet and plate 316L is used in numerous types of industrial applications, including: