New Wave Chair Co 316 Stainless Steel Divergent Point Staples

Description

Brand: New Wave Chair Co
Item: 316 Stainless Steel Divergent Point Staples
Size: 1/2″ Crown + 3/8″ Length
Quantity: 5,000 per box
Type
316 steel
is an austenitic chromium-nickel
stainless
steel
that contains between two and 3% molybdenum. The molybdenum content
increases corrosion resistance, improves resistance to pitting in chloride ion
solutions, and increases strength at high temperatures.
Did you know that 304 and 316 are the most popular and widely
used types of stainless steel? From the naked eye, it can be extremely
difficult to tell the difference between grades of stainless steel. 304 and
316, in particular, look almost identical and the differences between the two
are easy to miss. So what are the differences between 304 vs 316 stainless
steel?
The most basic difference between the grades of steel is the presence of
molybdenum
in stainless 316. Molybdenum is a chemical element used for the strengthening
and hardening of steel. Its main function in stainless 316 is to help fight off
corrosion from chlorides. Stainless 316 contains more nickel than stainless
304, while 304 contains more chromium than 316. Stainless 304 usually consists
of 18% chromium and 8% nickel. Stainless 316 is made up of 16% chromium, 10%
nickel and 2% molybdenum.
The two steel grades are comparable in appearance, chemical makeup and
characteristics. Both steels are durable and provide excellent resistance to
corrosion and rust. 304 stainless steel is the most versatile and widely used austenitic
stainless steel in the world, due to its corrosion resistance. 304 stainless is
also cheaper in cost compared to 316, another reason for its popularity and
widespread use.
Stainless 316 is more expensive because it provides a higher corrosion resistance,
especially against chlorides and chlorinated solutions. This makes stainless
316 more desirable in applications where salt exposure is an issue. If you have
an application with powerful corrosives or chlorides, the extra cost of
stainless 316 is highly recommended. In such applications, 316 stainless will
last longer than 304, providing you with extra years of life and usage. If your
application uses milder acids or does not contain salt exposure, stainless 304
is perfect. Below we list some common applications for both grades
of steel.
Applications for 316 Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel Floats
Marine
parts
Outdoor
electrical enclosures
Chemical
Equipment
Pharmaceutical
equipment