Stainless Steel 316

Stainless

More difficult than 304, use sharp tools

Calculate with this material
Category Stainless
Cutting speed range 35-90 m/min
Recommended speed 60 m/min
Chip load (small) 0.03 mm/tooth
Chip load (medium) 0.07 mm/tooth
Chip load (large) 0.11 mm/tooth
Depth of cut (finishing) 0.2 mm
Depth of cut (roughing) 1.2 mm
Hardness 160-220 HB
Density 8 g/cm³
Machinability Fair
Coolant High-flow coolant
Tool material Carbide