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From the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand, Will Sheetsandplates stands as a trusted source for premium-grade stainless steel. We specialise in supplying 316L sheets and plates, a material chosen for its superior performance in demanding environments. Our commitment is to provide local industries with not just a product, but a reliable foundation for their most important projects. We understand that quality materials are the backbone of durability and success, and we take pride in delivering that assurance right here in Waikato.
The composition of 316L stainless steel is what sets it apart, primarily due to the addition of molybdenum. This key element significantly boosts its resistance against corrosion, particularly from chlorides and acids, making it far more robust than common 304 grade. This low-carbon version also offers excellent toughness and good mechanical strength, allowing it to be fabricated and welded with ease while maintaining its integrity under stress, which is essential for long-term structural applications.
| Specifications | : | ASTM A240 / ASME SA240 |
| Thickness | : | 4mm-100mm |
| Width | : | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm, 2500mm, 3000mm, 3500mm, etc |
| Length | : | 2000mm, 2440mm, 3000mm, 5800mm, 6000mm, etc |
| Surface | : | 2B, 2D, BA, NO.1, NO.4, NO.8, 8K, mirror, checkered, embossed, hair line, sand blast, Brush, etching, etc |
| Finish | : | Hot rolled plate (HR), Cold rolled sheet (CR), 2B, 2D, BA NO(8), SATIN (Met with Plastic Coated) |
| Form | : | Coils, Foils, Rolls, Plain Sheet, Shim Sheet, Perforated Sheet, Chequered Plate, Strip, Flats, Blank (Circle), Ring (Flange) etc. |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 316L | 0.035 max | 2 max | 1.00 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 16.00 – 18.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 10.00 – 14.00 | 68.89 min |
| Grade | Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| SS 316L | 8.0 g/cm3 | 1399 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 316L | 1.4404 / 1.4435 | S31603 | SUS 316L | 316S11 / 316S13 | 03Ch17N14M3 / 03Ch17N14M2 | Z3CND17‐11‐02 / Z3CND18‐14‐03 | X2CrNiMo17-12-2 / X2CrNiMo18-14-3 |
| Material | Size | Thickness |
| PLATES & SHEETS | 1000 mm x 2000 mm | 0.1mm To 100 mm Thickness |
| 1220 mm x 2440 mm (4′ x 8′) | ||
| 1250 mm x 2500 mm | ||
| 1500 mm x 3000 mm | ||
| 2000 mm x 4000 mm | ||
| 2000 mm x 2000 mm |
| Surface Finish | Definition | Application |
|---|---|---|
| 2B | Those finished, after cold rolling, by heat treatment, pickling or other equivalent treatment and lastly by cold rolling to given appropriate luster. | Medical equipment, Food industry, Construction material, Kitchen utensils. |
| BA | Those processed with bright heat treatment after cold rolling. | Kitchen utensils, Electric equipment, Building construction. |
| NO.3 | Those finished by polishing with No.100 to No.120 abrasives specified in JIS R6001. | Kitchen utensils, Building construction. |
| NO.4 | Those finished by polishing with No.150 to No.180 abrasives specified in JIS R6001. | Kitchen utensils, Building construction, Medical equipment. |
| HL | Those finished polishing so as to give continuous polishing streaks by using abrasive of suitable grain size. | Building Construction. |
| NO.1 | The surface finished by heat treatment and pickling or processes corresponding there to after hot rolling. | Chemical tank, pipe |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Stainless steel 316L sheets and plates offer many advantages, including excellent corrosion resistance, especially against chloride and harsh environments, making them ideal for marine and chemical consumption use This low-carbon material reduces carbide precipitation, enhances weldability and prevents intergranular corrosion. 316L is highly resistant to high temperature pitting, crevice corrosion and oxidation. It also has excellent mechanical properties, such as high strength, durability and flexibility. These characteristics make it suitable for industries such as pharmaceuticals, food processing and petrochemicals, where reliability and long-term performance are important.
The uses for 316L sheets and plates are remarkably diverse, finding a home in places where failure is not an option. You’ll find it lining tanks in food processing plants, forming critical components in marine vessels, and in architectural features along coastlines. Its hygienic properties make it ideal for pharmaceutical equipment and surgical tools, while its strength and corrosion resistance are vital for chemical containers and industrial machinery. Essentially, it’s the go-to material for any project that must withstand harsh conditions gracefully.
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