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\r\n316 vs 316L Stainless Steel what\'s the difference?
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    \r\n Re: Stainless Steel 316 VS 316L Difference\r\n

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    The L = Low Carbon so not much difference apart from that, the L is better for welding\r\n
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    \r\n and what is the difference between these two and 304?\r\n
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    \r\n Quote Originally Posted by langoshin\r\n View Post\r\n
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    and what is the difference between these two and 304?
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    Thats a very open question, if you do a Google search you will find what you need
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    and what is the difference between these two and 304?
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    304 is a pain to machine, in my opinion. It work hardens as you cut it and if you lighten up on the cuts it just turns nasty after a while. in my experience 304 is almost always used in food grade applications and 316 in mechanical applications.\r\n
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    \r\n The main difference between 316 vs 316L stainless steel is that 316L has a lower carbon content. This is because 316L has less carbon in it than 316. This makes it more resistant to corrosion.
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      Stainless Steel 316 VS 316L Difference

      Hello,
      316 vs 316L Stainless Steel what's the difference?
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