2025-07-03 Stainless steel 316 is a widely used austenitic stainless steel known for its excellent corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance and good mechanical properties. Molybdenum gives 316 stainless steel a combination of corrosion resistance superior to that of 304 grades, with particular resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride environments. It is easy to bend or roll form, weld, braze and cut this grade by thermal and mechanical means.The austenitic structure of 316 stainless steel gives it excellent toughness, even at low temperatures.