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316Ti Stainless Steel 316Ti Flange

Published: November 11, 2025 | Updated: November 11, 2025By Gangsteel Engineering Team – 25+ Years in Stainless Steel Export Excellence

In the demanding arena of stainless steels compliant with ASTM A182 – F316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti (UNS S31635), 316Ti flanges are forged components designed for high-pressure and high-temperature connections in corrosive environments, offering superior intergranular corrosion (IGC) resistance and durability.

As a premier producer and exporter based in China, Gangsteel has supplied thousands of tons of 316Ti stainless steel, meeting ASTM A240/A240M specs for plates and sheets used in flange forging, to industries like offshore, petrochemical, and marine.

If you're sourcing 316Ti flanges under ASME SA240/SA240M for valve assemblies, piping systems, or pressure vessels where leak-proof seals and strength are critical, understanding their specifications and types is essential. This article explores 316Ti flange options, specs, and insights, based on ASTM A182 – F316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti (UNS S31635) standards and our mill data.

From our production lines, we've seen 316Ti flanges in action: In a 2024 UAE gas plant, our 316Ti weld neck flanges under ASTM A182 – F316Ti withstood 10,000 psi H2S exposure at 150°C without pitting, enhancing safety and longevity as per client pressure tests. Compliant with ASME SA240/SA240M for pressure apps, 316Ti's density of 8.00 g/cm³ supports lightweight yet robust designs. Let's delve into the options, from composition to stock, to guide your selection.

 

Summary

316Ti stainless steel flanges, compliant with ASTM A182 – F316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti (UNS S31635), include weld neck, slip-on, blind, socket weld, threaded, and RTJ types in sizes NPS 1/2-48, Class 150-2500, with tensile 515 MPa min and yield 205 MPa min for high-strength connections. Titanium stabilization ensures IGC resistance at 425-815°C, with density 8.00 g/cm³, PREN 23-28. Stock includes forged flanges per A182 F316Ti; priced $5,000-7,500/ton FOB 2025. Equivalent to EN 1.4571; superior to 316L in heat. Ideal for offshore piping; Gangsteel stocks with certs for custom needs.

 

Chemical Composition: Basis for Flange Durability

The chemical composition of 316Ti, as per ASTM A182 – F316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti (UNS S31635), is tailored for flange durability, with titanium ensuring stability in corrosives.

Element

% Range or Max

Role in Flanges

Carbon (C)

0.08 max

Low for weldable flange joints.

Manganese (Mn)

2.00 max

Aids formability in flange hubs.

Silicon (Si)

0.75 max

Improves oxidation for flange faces.

Phosphorus (P)

0.045 max

Limited for flange toughness.

Sulfur (S)

0.030 max

Controlled for flange machinability.

Chromium (Cr)

16.00-18.00

Enhances corrosion for marine flanges.

Molybdenum (Mo)

2.00-3.00

Boosts pitting in offshore flanges.

Nickel (Ni)

10.00-14.00

Stabilizes for flange ductility.

Titanium (Ti)

5x(C+N) min, 0.70 max

Stabilizes for high-temp flange apps.

Nitrogen (N)

0.10 max

Strengthens for high-pressure flanges.

Iron (Fe)

Balance

Base for robust flange stock.

This composition under ASTM A182 – F316Ti ensures flange options meet mechanical specs.

Gangsteel's 316Ti meets ASME SA240/SA240M for certified use.

For uns stainless steel plates, flange blank stock available.

 

Mechanical Properties: Strength for Flanges

316Ti's mechanical properties, per ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, support flanges with robust performance.

Property

Minimum Value

Typical Range

Notes for Flanges

Tensile Strength (MPa)

515

550-700

High for Class 2500 flanges.

Yield Strength (MPa)

205

220-300

Good for NPS 24 pressure.

Elongation (%)

40

45-55

Ductility for flange forming.

Hardness (HRB max)

95

80-90

Low for flange machining.

Impact (Charpy J)

Not req.

100+ at RT

Tough for flange impact.

SA240 specs ensure flange strength; Gangsteel's exceed for high-pressure.

For SA240 Type 316Ti, flange options robust.

 

Physical Properties: Supporting Flange Efficiency

Physical properties of 316Ti, compliant with ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, aid flange designs.

Property

Value

Notes for Flanges

Density (g/cm³)

8.00

Efficient for flange weight.

Melting Range (°C)

1370-1400

High for thermal flange apps.

Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K)

14.6 (at 100°C)

Good for heat-dissipating flanges.

Specific Heat (J/kg·K)

500

Efficient for flange cycling.

Thermal Expansion (10^-6 /°C)

16.5 (20-100°C)

Low distortion in flange joints.

Modulus (GPa)

193

Stiffness for secure flanges.

Electrical Resistivity (μΩ·cm)

74

Moderate for non-conductive flanges.

These ensure flange efficiency.

Corrosion Resistance: For Flange Apps

316Ti's corrosion resistance, per ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, is ideal for flange apps in corrosives.

  • Uniform: <0.1 mm/year in acids.
  • IGC: Resistant with Ti for flange welds.
  • SCC: Good in chlorides for marine flanges.
  • Pitting: PREN 23-28 for flange pitting.

 

Weldability and Fabrication: For Flanges

316Ti is highly weldable per ASTM A240/A240M, with Ti preventing sensitization in flange joints. Fillers ER316L.

Gangsteel's 316Ti SA240 Type 316Ti excels in flange fab.

Applications: Where Flange Options Shine

316Ti flange options suit offshore platforms (pressure-tight), chemical modules (corrosion).

In Gangsteel's supply to U.S. offshore, 316Ti flanges endured without failure.

Equivalents: Global Flange Alternatives

Equivalents: EN 1.4571 (similar flange options). For A240 GR 316Ti, options match.

 

Sourcing from Gangsteel: Flange Stock and Pricing

Gangsteel stocks 316Ti flanges (NPS 1/2-48, Class 150-2500) at $5,000-7,500/ton FOB 2025. Custom, certs. Contact for options.

FAQ: 316Ti Stainless Steel Flange Questions Answered

Q: What are the flange options for 316Ti stainless steel?

A: 316Ti flange options include weld neck, slip-on, blind, socket weld, threaded, and RTJ types in NPS 1/2-48, Class 150-2500, compliant with ASTM A182 F316Ti for forged flanges.

Q: What is the chemical composition of 316Ti for flanges?

A: For flanges, C 0.08% max, Cr 16-18%, Mo 2-3%, Ni 10-14%, Ti 0.70% max, Mn 2% max, Si 0.75% max, P 0.045% max, S 0.03% max, N 0.10% max, Fe balance, ensuring high-strength corrosion resistance.

Q: What mechanical properties apply to 316Ti flanges?

A: Minimum tensile 515 MPa, yield 205 MPa, elongation 40%, hardness 95 HRB max for 316Ti flanges, providing robust performance in pressure and torque.

Q: What sizes are available in 316Ti flange stock?

A: 316Ti flange stock available in NPS 1/2-48 (DN 15-1200), Class 150-2500, with bore to match pipe and hub lengths per ANSI B16.5 for standard options.

Q: What is the density of 316Ti for flange stock?

A: Density is 8.00 g/cm³ for 316Ti flange stock, yielding ~50-500 kg per flange depending on size for weight calcs.

Q: What is the hardness of 316Ti flange stock?

A: Maximum hardness 95 HRB or 217 HB for 316Ti flange stock in annealed condition, soft for machining while maintaining strength.

Q: What is the yield strength of 316Ti for flanges?

A: Minimum yield strength 205 MPa for 316Ti flanges, with typical 220-300 MPa, providing excellent deformation resistance for high-pressure connections.

 

 

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