Stainless Steel 316L is an austenitic chromium nickel stainless steel containing molybdenum. This addition increases general corrosion resistance, improves resistance to pitting from chloride ion solutions, and provides increased strength at elevated temperatures. Properties are similar to those of Type 304/304L except that this alloy is somewhat stronger at elevated temperatures. Corrosion resistance is improved, particularly against sulfuric, hydrochloric, acetic, formic and tartaric acids; acid sulfates and alkaline chlorides. Type 316L is an extra-low carbon version of Type 316 that minimizes harmful carbide precipitation during welding. Chemicals Composition C: 0.03 max Mn: 2.0 max Si: 1.00 max P: 0.045 max S: 0.030 max Ni: 10.0 – 14.0 Cr: 16.0 – 18.0 Mo: 2.0 – 3.0 N: 0.10 max Fe: Bal