Stainless Steel 316TI Round Bars
Ferrobend stands as a trusted name in the industry. Among the wide range of stainless steel products they manufacture, the 316TI round bars are a key offering that has gained immense popularity for their durability, strength, and resistance to corrosion. Stainless steel 316TI, an alloy with a titanium content added to the standard 316 stainless steel, offers improved resistance to corrosion and enhanced performance in demanding environments. 316TI round bars exhibit excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in high-temperature environments, making them ideal for applications where other stainless steel grades may fall short. Their resistance to chloride ion corrosion, which is particularly useful in marine and coastal environments, makes them a preferred choice for industries such as chemical processing, marine engineering, and food processing.
Stainless steel 316TI is an alloy of stainless steel that combines molybdenum (like 316 stainless steel) and a small addition of titanium (hence the “TI” in its name). This titanium addition helps to enhance the material’s resistance to sensitization, a phenomenon that can cause stainless steel to corrode in certain applications. The primary composition of Stainless Steel 316TI consists of: Chromium (16-18%), Nickel (10-14%), Molybdenum (2-3%), Titanium (0.5-1%), Iron (Balance).
The addition of titanium to 316TI stainless steel imparts superior resistance to stress corrosion cracking, pitting, and crevice corrosion. This makes the round bars ideal for applications exposed to harsh chemicals, acids, and saltwater.
The process begins with the selection of high-quality raw materials, such as premium-grade stainless steel scrap or billets. The chosen materials are then melted in an electric arc furnace (EAF), where the required alloying elements like molybdenum, titanium, and chromium are added to ensure the desired chemical composition of 316TI stainless steel.
The billets are then passed through a series of rollers in a hot rolling mill to achieve the desired size and shape. During this process, the metal is heated to a high temperature and then compressed into round bars of various diameters. The hot rolling process ensures that the material retains its strength, toughness, and other critical properties.