George Metals, a trusted manufacturer and supplier located in Houston, USA, specializes in precision-engineered Stainless Steel 316L Forgings that are built to excel in corrosive and high-stress environments. SS 316L is a low-carbon austenitic stainless steel celebrated for its remarkable resistance to chlorides, acids, and marine conditions. George Metals delivers forged components that boast high dimensional accuracy, strength, and metallurgical integrity, making them perfect for critical industrial applications. Their 316L forgings find extensive use in the chemical processing, marine, oil & gas, and pharmaceutical sectors, providing exceptional weldability, toughness, and long-lasting reliability even in the toughest operating conditions
Stainless Steel 316L is an austenitic alloy that contains about 16–18% chromium, 10–14% nickel, and 2–3% molybdenum, with a low carbon content (≤0.03%) that boosts corrosion resistance after welding. It showcases a tensile strength ranging from 485–620 MPa and a yield strength of around 170–310 MPa, along with excellent ductility, impact resistance, and toughness at both high and cryogenic temperatures. SS 316L also stands out for its superior resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, particularly in chloride-rich environments. The forging process refines its grain structure, enhancing mechanical performance and fatigue strength under high-pressure and high-temperature conditions
| Standard | ASTM A182, ASME SA182 |
| Specification | DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards |
| Flat bar blocks | up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs. |
| Cylinders and sleeves | up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length |
| Discs and hubs | up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs. |
| Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings | up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length |
| Rounds, shafts and step shafts | up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs. |
| Forging Types | Impression Die Forging, Open Die Forging, Seamless Rolled Forging, Hot Forging, Cold Forging, Open die hammer forging, Impression die drop forging, Closed Die Forging, Press Forging, Upset Forging, Compression Forging, Swaging, Rotary Forging, Roll forging. |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 316L | 0.035 max | 2.0 max | 1.0 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 16.00 – 18.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 10.00 – 14.00 | 68.89 min |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 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 |
Stainless Steel 316L Forgings are extensively utilized in various industries, including chemical processing, oil & gas, marine, food processing, pulp & paper, and pharmaceuticals. These forgings are perfect for components like flanges, valve bodies, pump parts, heat exchanger plates, pressure vessels, and fittings, where high corrosion resistance and mechanical strength are essential. In marine and offshore settings, they offer outstanding durability against saltwater exposure. Their low carbon content not only enhances corrosion resistance but also contributes to their overall performance in demanding applications.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
George Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Houston, USA
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