Welcome to Know SS316 BX Ring Joint Gasket
The SS316 BX ring joint gasket has excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in chloride environments. It also has excellent resistance to most chemicals involved in such industries as paper, photography, and textiles. The gasket is actually rectangular in cross-section and tapers in each corner in addition to having a strain balance hole to make certain equalization of pressure, which might be trapped in the grooves. SS316 BX ring joint have been suitable for higher pressure ratings starting at 5,000 lbs. and ending with 20,000 lbs.
SS316 is an austenitic stainless steel with added molybdenum, which gives the alloy improved corrosion resistance. It is almost as commercially popular as 304 stainless. The mechanical properties of the alloy are similar to 304, except that this grade is stronger at elevated temperatures. Type 316L is a low-carbon version of type 316, which minimizes carbide precipitation due to welding.
Chemical Composition of SS316 (%)
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr | Ni | Mo | Cu | N |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.014 | 0.43 | 1.17 | 0.0338 | 0.001 | 16.71 | 10.21 | 2.19 | 0.01 | 0.0379 |
Mechanical Properties of SS316L BX Ring Joint Gasket
| Properties | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | Mpa | 605 |
| Yield strength | Mpa | 289 |
| Elongation at break | % | 60 |
| Hardness | Brinell HB | 160 |