3D Printing · MBJ

SS316L

In the MBJ process, 316L stainless steel usually appears silver gray to dark gray after sintering due to its excellent corrosion resistance and toughness, making it an ideal choice for preparing fluid parts with complex structures.

Dimensional Stability

High Strength

Toughness

Rigidity

Heat Resistance

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Lead Time

5~9 days

Tolerance

± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3mm)

Min. Order

1

Reference Unit Price Range

0.23 - 0.50

Advantages

  • Corrosion Resistance
  • Toughness
  • Biocompatibility

Disadvantages

  • Higher weight
  • Lower surface quality

Performance Snapshot

Material Characteristics at a Glance

Relative performance profile across key engineering parameters. Values are contextual — not absolute stress ratings.

Heat Resistance

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

Corrosion Resistance

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

Dimensional Stability

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

High Strength

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

Toughness

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

Rigidity

Excellent

Score de référence : 5/5

Cost Efficient

Élevé

Score de référence : 4/5

Weather Resistance

Élevé

Score de référence : 4/5

Thermal Conductivity

Moyen

Score de référence : 3/5

Surface Finish Options

Surface Finish Options

Available finish options for SS316L.

As Printed
Inclus

As Printed

Color

Gray-Black

Surface

Ra 6-12 μm (as printed)

Accuracy

± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3mm)

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Polishing

Surface result

Smoother, glossier visible surfaces where geometry allows

Best for

Améliorer la douceur et le brillant des pièces SS316L utilisées pour des pièces métalliques finales, lorsque la géométrie le permet.

Note

Confirmer la rétention des bords et l'impact dimensionnel sur SS316L ; les caractéristiques fines peuvent s'atténuer pendant le polissage.

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Sand Blasting

Surface result

Uniform matte texture

Best for

Créer une texture mate uniforme sur les pièces SS316L utilisées pour des pièces métalliques finales et des prototypes d'exposition ou fonctionnels.

Note

Confirmer le masquage et la rétention des caractéristiques sur SS316L ; le sablage abrasif peut modifier la texture et atténuer les détails fins.

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Laser Engraving

Marking result

Permanent text, logo, or identification marking

Best for

Ajout de textes, logos ou marquages d'identification permanents sur des pièces SS316L utilisées pour des pièces métalliques finales.

Note

Confirmer le contraste, la profondeur de marquage et la sensibilité thermique sur SS316L avant la production.

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Shot Peening

Surface effect

Compressive surface treatment for metal parts

Best for

Améliorer l'état de surface des pièces métalliques SS316L utilisées pour des pièces métalliques finales et des applications portantes.

Note

Confirmer la réponse de l'alliage, la tolérance dimensionnelle et la couverture de surface sur SS316L ; les paramètres du procédé affectent l'état de surface final.

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Heat Treatment

Mechanical result

Adjusted strength, hardness, or stress-relief depending on the alloy

Best for

Ajuster la résistance, la dureté ou l'état de contrainte des pièces SS316L pour des pièces métalliques finales et une utilisation fonctionnelle exigeante.

Note

Confirmer le cycle spécifique à l'alliage, le changement dimensionnel et les exigences de post-traitement pour SS316L avant la production.

Industries & Applications

Where SS316L Delivers

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Industrial Manufacturing

  • End-use metal parts
  • Functional prototype testing
  • Assembly testing
  • Mounting brackets
  • Deformation-resistant functional parts
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Equipment

  • End-use metal parts
  • Functional prototype testing
  • Assembly testing
  • Energy equipment parts
  • Mounting brackets
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Automotive

  • Prototype and fit-check components
  • Interior and non-safety-critical parts
  • Custom fixtures and production aids
  • Low-volume validation builds
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Jewelry

  • Design concept models
  • Pattern and master-model development
  • Display and presentation pieces
  • Low-volume custom accessories
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Fine Jewelry & Accessories

  • Fine accessory concept models
  • Pattern and master-model development
  • Display and presentation pieces
  • Low-volume custom accessories
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Robotics

  • Prototype end-effectors and brackets
  • Custom assembly and test fixtures
  • Low-volume functional validation builds
  • Integration and fit-check components
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Industrial Automation

  • End-use metal parts
  • Functional prototype testing
  • Assembly testing
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Shipbuilding

  • Prototype marine equipment components
  • Custom fixtures and maintenance aids
  • Low-volume engineering validation builds
  • Functional fit-check parts
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Marine

  • End-use metal parts
  • Functional prototype testing
  • Assembly testing
  • Marine applications
  • Corrosion-resistant equipment parts

Technical Specifications

Design Guidelines

Material Properties

Density
7.9 g/cm³
Hardness
Rockwell 65
Tensile Strength
550 MPa
Tensile Modulus
190000 MPa
Elongation at Break
20%
Flexural Strength
190000 MPa
Yield Strength
220 MPa

Process & Dimensional Specs

Maximum Part Size
430 × 300 × 140 mm
Default Layer Height
0.2 mm
Surface Roughness
Ra 6-12 μm
Dimensional Tolerance
± 0.3% (minimum of ± 0.3mm)

Ready to Order?

Upload your 3D file and receive a quote for SS316L parts. Typical turnaround is 5~9 days from order confirmation.

Every order includes: Dimensional inspection report · NDA-ready file handling · Pre-shipment QC photography · DDP door-to-door logistics · Engineering review on request

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