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316 Stainless Steel Investment Castings

316 Stainless Steel Investment Castings

Milwaukee Precision Casting, Inc. is experienced in pouring 316 stainless steel casts for a variety of applications. 316 ss Casting is known for its superior corrosion resistance, making it ideal for any application that is too corrosive for the use of 304 ss. The reason for the higher corrosion resistance is due to the higher molybdenum and nickel content of the 316 casting grade. 316ss is a ferritic stainless steel, meaning it has a chromium content of 10.5%-27% and a carbon content less than 0.1%. Ferritic stainless steels are slightly magnetic and incapable of hardening through heating.

We also produce 316L, which differs from 316 by containing a lower proportion of carbon, at ≤0.03%, improving corrosion resistance and making it more suitable for welding. 

Though 300 series stainless steel cannot be hardened, it can be solution annealed, resulting with a range of RB 70-100. Chemistry is a factor when achieving a hardness, so the chemistry will determine whether the alloy holds a range of RB 70-75 or holds a range of RB 90-95.

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Additional characteristics of 316 ss Casting:

  • High resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chlorine environments
  • Resistant to rust, sodium and calcium brines
  • Cast 316 is slightly magnetic
  • Good elevated temperature strength
  • Austenitic

Common Industries & Applications

Ideal for use in harsh environments, 316 casting ss is particularly useful if exposure to chlorides is an issue. When deciding if 316 is the correct type of stainless steel for your project, make sure to account for both the process and the environmental factors of the application. Common industries and applications include:

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  • Automotive – commonly used for gears
  • Petrochemical - processing equipment
  • Paper and Pulp – used for its resistant properties to sulfurous acids
  • Food & Dairy
  • Marine Environments
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Surgical Equipment
  • Plates
  • Housings

Additional Stainless Steel Grades

Why Choose Milwaukee Precision Casting as Your 316 Stainless Steel Casting Manufacturer?

When it comes to achieving the best 316 castings, finding an experienced team is an essential step. Milwaukee Precision Casting is an ISO and ITAR certified investment casting manufacturer, equipped to produce the highest quality 316 stainless steel castings.

As a full-service foundry in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, our team can cast corrosion resistant 316 stainless steel to achieve 0.005 per inch accuracy and a smooth, high luster finish. Whether you need miniature castings of less than an ounce, or larger castings at 50 pounds, you can trust us to create the highest quality investment castings for your entire project, from start to finish.

To request a quote for your 316 stainless steel casting project, fill out our form or give us a call today!

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Milwaukee Precision Casting casts custom drawings supplied by each customer. We do not carry stock items or raw materials.