Stainless Steel 316L Micron Powder ( SS316L, 99.9% 5-20um )

Stainless Steel 316L Micron Powder (SS316L, 99.9%, 5-20 µm)

Technical Specifications:

• Material: Stainless Steel 316L (Low Carbon Grade)
• Purity: 99.9% (high purity)
• Particle Size: 5-20 µm (microns)
• Shape: Typically spherical or irregular (depending on manufacturing process)
• Density: Approximately 7.99 g/cm³
• Melting Point: 1,400–1,450°C (2,552–2,642°F)
• Boiling Point: N/A (Stainless steel does not have a specific boiling point; it tends to sublimate at extreme temperatures)
• Chemical Composition (Stainless Steel 316L):
  • Iron (Fe): 65%–75%
  • Chromium (Cr): 16%–18%
  • Nickel (Ni): 10%–14%
  • Molybdenum (Mo): 2%–3%
  • Manganese (Mn): 2% max
  • Silicon (Si): 1% max
  • Carbon (C): 0.03% max
  • Phosphorus (P): 0.045% max
  • Sulfur (S): 0.03% max

Applications:

1. Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing):
   • Stainless Steel 316L Micron Powder is widely used in metal 3D printing or additive manufacturing technologies like Selective Laser Melting (SLM), Electron Beam Melting (EBM), and Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF). The 5-20 µm micron powder is ideal for creating complex, high-performance parts for industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, and defense.
   • The spherical shape of the powder helps in achieving high density and strong mechanical properties in printed parts, ideal for functional prototypes, customized components, and production-grade parts.
2. Aerospace and Aircraft Components:
   • Stainless Steel 316L is frequently used in aerospace applications due to its excellent corrosion resistance and high strength at elevated temperatures. It is used to manufacture aircraft structural components, fasteners, turbine parts, engine components, and heat exchangers.
   • The micron powder is beneficial for creating lightweight, high-performance parts in the aerospace industry, helping improve fuel efficiency and reducing weight in aircraft.
3. Medical Devices and Implants:
   • Stainless Steel 316L is commonly used in the medical industry for manufacturing implants and medical devices, such as hip replacements, knee implants, and dental tools. Its biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and strength make it ideal for implantable devices.
   • The micron powder is used in 3D printing for creating customized medical implants with precise geometries to meet individual patient needs.
4. Automotive Industry:
   • Stainless Steel 316L is used in automotive components due to its resistance to corrosion and high mechanical strength. Parts such as exhaust systems, catalytic converters, brake parts, and fuel system components benefit from the material’s ability to withstand high temperatures and aggressive environments.
   • Additive manufacturing with 316L micron powder allows for the production of complex automotive parts with enhanced properties like lightweight designs and higher precision.
5. Marine Industry:
   • Due to its exceptional corrosion resistance, particularly in saltwater environments, Stainless Steel 316L is widely used in marine applications. It is used for boat fittings, offshore structures, propellers, marine hardware, and water filtration systems.
   • The micron powder can be used to produce marine-grade parts that will resist pitting and crevice corrosion caused by exposure to seawater.
6. Food and Pharmaceutical Industries:
   • Stainless Steel 316L is the preferred material for food processing and pharmaceutical equipment due to its non-reactivity, easy cleaning, and resistance to corrosion in highly corrosive environments.
   • The powder is used in customized equipment and components, such as mixing tanks, valves, pumps, and pipes that require high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
7. Chemical Processing:
   • The corrosion resistance and high-temperature performance of 316L stainless steel make it suitable for chemical processing applications, including the manufacture of chemical reactors, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and distillation columns.
   • The micron powder is used for producing components that can withstand harsh chemicals and extreme operational conditions.
8. Oil and Gas:
   • Stainless Steel 316L is used in oil and gas industries for parts that are exposed to high-pressure, high-temperature, and corrosive environments. It is used in wellheads, valves, pipes, and subsea equipment.
   • The micron powder can be utilized to produce high-precision and resistant parts that are critical for subsea and offshore operations.
9. Electrical and Electronics:
   • 316L stainless steel is used in electrical components, including connectors, terminals, switchgear, and electrical enclosures, due to its corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity.
   • The micron powder can be used for high-performance parts where strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion are required in electronic and electrical systems.
10. Power Generation:
    • Stainless Steel 316L is used in power generation applications, particularly in power plants, nuclear reactors, and geothermal systems, where materials must withstand extreme conditions such as high temperatures, radiation, and corrosive gases.
    • The alloy powder is useful in the manufacture of heat exchangers, reactor components, piping, and other parts that need to maintain integrity under demanding environmental conditions.
11. Research and Development:
    • Stainless Steel 316L powder is often used in R&D applications for testing new manufacturing techniques, particularly in powder metallurgy and additive manufacturing processes.
    • Researchers use micron powders to create prototypes and study the material properties, including tensile strength, fatigue resistance, and corrosion behavior, in various applications.

Stainless Steel 316L Micron Powder (5-20 µm, 99.9%) is an advanced material with a wide range of applications across industries that demand high strength, corrosion resistance, and precision manufacturing. The spherical particle shape and fine size distribution make it ideal for additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, and the production of high-performance components in aerospace, automotive, medical, marine, and electrical industries. Its outstanding material properties ensure that it meets the rigorous standards required for critical applications and complex, high-performance components.