Velocity Steel India operates as a trustworthy supplier and stockist with complete product offerings for stainless steel grades and high nickel alloys. Their broad product series which includes sheets, plates, coils, round bars, square bars, wires, seamless and welded pipes, along with fasteners such as bolts, nuts, washers and special components positions them as the preferred supplier for multiple industrial sectors. The company provides flanges together with reducers and elbows and clamps to fulfil the requirements of various markets that include engineering construction automotive and industrial manufacturing.
The austenitic type stainless steel SS316 finds extensive application because it withstands corrosion exceptionally well when operating within harsh conditions. The material consists of iron and chromium (16–18%) and nickel (10–14%) and molybdenum (2–3%) to achieve its corrosion resistance including the protection against chloride-laden waters and salt exposure.
The extensive implementation of austenitic type stainless steel SS316 results from its strong corrosion resistance ability in challenging operating conditions. Guarded by iron and chromium amounts between (16–18%) as well as nickel reaching (10–14%) along with molybdenum maintained at (2–3%) levels this material achieves its corrosion resistance and salt exposure protection.
The mechanical abilities of SS316 stand out because they include reliable tensile strength together with excellent formability and weld ability features. At 870°C (1600°F) SS316 works during intermittent operations while continuous operations require temperatures below 925°C (1700°F). This makes it practical for high-temperature systems.
| % | 316 |
|---|---|
| C | 0.0-0.07 |
| Mn | 0.0-2.0 |
| Si | 0.0-1.0 |
| P | 0.0-0.05 |
| S | 0.0-0.02 |
| Cr | 16.50-18.50 |
| Mo | 2.00-2.50 |
| Ni | 10.00-13.00 |
| Ti | - |
| Fe | balance |
Stainless Steel SS316 demonstrates exceptional durability and versatility because it provides outstanding corrosion protection particularly within chloride-rich conditions. The incorporation of molybdenum within its composition allows SS316 to better guard against pitting and crevice corrosion thus making it appropriate for marine-oriented and chemical processing and food and beverage and pharmaceutical and aerospace applications.
Successful applications in high-performance and structural applications rely on SS316 because of its mechanical properties combined with excellent heat resistance. The material maintains simplicity in maintenance and cleaning procedures making it appropriate for businesses such as food processing and healthcare that focus on hygiene standards.
