316L info i came across

[Jd_]

I came across this info on a website. I assumed not all 316L was identical but didnt realize it was probably common practice:

'The addition of nickel provides good ductility and ease of forming and welding.
But not all bar stock is the same. Swagelok 316/316L stainless steel tube fittings and instrumentation valves contain more nickel and chromium than minimally required by ASTM standards for bars and forgings.'

 

[mattc1]

Maybe its because of the processes that they have to go through when said items are being formed.
Just a thought?

 

[Jd_]

Maybe its because of the processes that they have to go through when said items are being formed.
Just a thought?

No, my point was that its done intentionally for different purposes.

I would pay extra for 316l wire with a higher than normal nickel content if it were easier to shape

 

[mattc1]

Yes for the purpose of making it easy to work with

 

[zouzounaki]

No, my point was that its done intentionally for different purposes.

I would pay extra for 316l wire with a higher than normal nickel content if it were easier to shape

can you not just get annealed wire?