Alloy Grade UNS: CF3M –  Low Carbon

  • Overview

    The CF3M alloy is the low carbon (.03% maximum) modification of traditional 316 stainless steel. It has molybdenum to improve conductivity, corrosion resistance, and strength. This alloy is normally specified for large, welded assemblies and where field welding prevents subsequent heat treatment. It has great high strength and high corrosion resistance.

  • Typical Uses

    Bearings, chemical and food processing, furnace fixtures, heat exchangers, piping, pressure vessels, pulp/paper components, pump and valve components, nuclear flow control, sink rolls.

  • MetalTek Grade

    MTEK 316L

Similar Specifications

Cast UNS: J92800

Wrought UNS: S31603

Wrought Grade: 316L

Cast Grade: CF3M

Cast ASTM: A351, A743, A744

Typical Chemical Composition (% by wt.)

Aluminum: n/a

Carbon: 0.03

Chromium: 17-21

Manganese: 1.5

Iron: n/a

Copper: n/a

Nickel: 9.0-13.0

Lead: n/a

Tin: n/a

Silicon: 1.5

Zinc: n/a

Other: Mo 2-3

Minimum Mechanical Properties

Tensile, ksi

0

Tensile, MPa

0

Yield, ksi

0

Yield, MPa

0

Elongation

0%

Heat Treatment: Solution Anneal

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