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316Ti Stainless Steel Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti

Published: November 12, 2025 | Updated: November 12, 2025By Gangsteel Engineering Team – 25+ Years in Stainless Steel Export Excellence

In the rigorous domain of stainless steels compliant with ASME SA-240/SA-240M – Grade 316Ti (UNS S31635) and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti, Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti is a titanium-stabilized austenitic grade engineered for superior performance in pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and welded structures requiring high-temperature stability and corrosion resistance.

As a premier producer and exporter based in China, Gangsteel has supplied thousands of tons of Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti, fully compliant with ASME SA-240/SA-240M – Grade 316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti, to industries like petrochemical, power generation, and marine.

If you're sourcing Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti under ASME SA-240/SA-240M for boiler components or chemical processing where IGC resistance at 425-815°C and pressure integrity are critical, Gangsteel delivers mill-direct stock with full traceability. This article covers Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti specifications, properties, and stock availability, based on ASME SA-240/SA-240M – Grade 316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti standards.

From our production lines, Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti shines: In a 2024 U.S. refinery upgrade, our Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti plates under ASME SA-240/SA-240M passed A262 Practice E with zero IGC after 1,000 hours at 650°C, enabling ASME VIII compliance without PWHT — saving 25% in fabrication time. With ASME SA240/SA240M approval for pressure apps, Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti's density of 8.00 g/cm³ supports lightweight yet robust designs. Let's explore Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti — from composition to stock — for your next project.

 

Summary

Stainless SA 240 GR 316Tiunder ASME SA-240/SA-240M – Grade 316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti detail chemical composition with C 0.08% max and Ti 0.70% max for stabilization, mechanical properties including tensile 515 MPa min and yield 205 MPa min, elongation 40% min, and tolerances for thickness ±0.13mm in 3-5mm plates. Density 8.00 g/cm³, PREN 23-28 for pitting resistance. Identical to GB/T 24511 – 06Cr17Ni12Mo2Ti for Chinese use. Superior to 316L in welded high-temp; ideal for reactors. Gangsteel stocks 1-200mm with certs for custom needs.

 

Chemical Composition: Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti Specs

The chemical composition of Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti, as per ASME SA-240/SA-240M – Grade 316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti, is tightly controlled for stabilization, with titanium ensuring resistance to carbide precipitation.

Element

% Range or Max

Role in SA 240 Specs

Carbon (C)

0.08 max

Max to minimize carbides; Ti binds excess.

Manganese (Mn)

2.00 max

Max for deoxidation; no min.

Silicon (Si)

0.75 max

Max for oxidation.

Phosphorus (P)

0.045 max

Strict max for ductility.

Sulfur (S)

0.030 max

Max to avoid hot shortness.

Chromium (Cr)

16.00-18.00

Range for passivation.

Molybdenum (Mo)

2.00-3.00

Range for pitting.

Nickel (Ni)

10.00-14.00

Range for austenite.

Titanium (Ti)

5x(C+N) min, 0.70 max

Min/max for stabilization.

Nitrogen (N)

0.10 max

Max for strength.

Iron (Fe)

Balance

Base.

SA 240 specs require heat analysis certs; Gangsteel's exceed with low P/S.

For uns stainless steel plates, specs match.

 

Mechanical Properties: SA 240 Test Data

Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti's mechanical properties, per ASME SA-240/SA-240M – Grade 316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti, are tested for compliance.

Property

Minimum Value

Test Method

SA 240 Notes

Tensile Strength (MPa)

515

ASTM E8

For all thicknesses.

Yield Strength (MPa)

205

ASTM E8

0.2% offset.

Elongation (%)

40

ASTM E8

In 50mm gauge.

Reduction of Area (%)

Not specified

-

Optional.

Hardness (HRB max)

95

ASTM E18

Annealed.

Brinell (HB max)

217

ASTM E10

Converted.

Impact (Charpy J)

Not req.

ASTM A370

Optional low-temp.

SA 240 specs tension tests per plate; Gangsteel's meet with data.

For SA240 Type 316Ti, specs detailed.

 

Physical Properties: Supporting SA 240 Specs

Physical properties of Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti, compliant with ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti, aid design calcs.

Property

Value

Specs Notes

Density (g/cm³)

8.00

For weight under SA 240.

Melting Range (°C)

1370-1400

High-temp limit.

Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K)

14.6 (at 100°C)

For heat apps.

Specific Heat (J/kg·K)

500

Energy calcs.

Thermal Expansion (10^-6 /°C)

16.5 (20-100°C)

Distortion control.

Modulus (GPa)

193

Stiffness.

Electrical Resistivity (μΩ·cm)

74

Non-conductive uses.

SA 240 implies these for design.

 

Corrosion Resistance: SA 240 Specs Highlight

Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti's corrosion resistance, per ASME SA-240/SA-240M – Grade 316Ti and ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti, is enhanced by Ti for IGC.

  • Uniform: <0.1 mm/year in acids.
  • IGC: Resistant with Ti.
  • SCC: Good in chlorides.
  • Pitting: PREN 23-28.

SA 240 specs optional A262 for IGC.

 

Weldability and Fabrication: SA 240 Guide

Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti is highly weldable per ASTM A240/A240M – 316Ti, with Ti preventing sensitization. Fillers ER316L.

Gangsteel's Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti SA240 Type 316Ti fab without issues.

Applications: Where SA 240 Specs Apply

Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti specs suit chemical reactors (IGC resistance), marine piping (pitting).

In Gangsteel's supply to U.S. offshore, Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti performed without failure.

Equivalents: Global Specs Alternatives

Equivalents: EN 1.4571 (similar specs). For A240 GR 316Ti, SA 240 matches.

Sourcing from Gangsteel: Stock and Pricing

Gangsteel stocks Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti at $3,200-3,800/ton FOB. 1-200mm thick, full specs sheets. Contact for PDF. Email: admin@gangsteel.com

 

FAQ: Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti Specs Questions Answered

Q: What are the chemical composition specs for Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti?

A: Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti specs 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, Fe balance, with heat analysis required for certification.

Q: What mechanical properties are required in SA 240 for GR 316Ti?

A: SA 240 requires tensile 515 MPa min, yield 205 MPa min, elongation 40% min in 50mm, hardness 95 HRB max, with tension tests per plate for compliance.

Q: What are the tolerances for Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti plates?

A: SA 240 tolerances for thickness ±0.13mm (3-5mm hot-rolled), width ±10mm, length ±15mm, flatness 3mm/m max, with camber and edge specs for quality.

Q: What testing is required in SA 240 for GR 316Ti?

A: SA 240 requires tension testing (E8), optional hardness (E18), corrosion (A262 for IGC), and hydrostatic for pressure, with certs like MTC 3.1.

Q: What is the maximum temperature rating in SA 240 for GR 316Ti?

A: SA 240 doesn't specify max temp, but GR 316Ti rated to 815°C continuous with Ti preventing IGC.

Q: How does SA 240 differ from ASTM A240 for GR 316Ti?

A: SA 240 is the ASME code version of A240, identical specs but mandatory for BPVC with additional cert requirements.

Q: What is the density of Stainless SA 240 GR 316Ti?

A: Density is 8.00 g/cm³, implied in SA 240 for design calcs.

 

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