316LVM / 1.4441
Implant steel with improved corrosion resistance compared to AISI 316L.
Main fields of application of 1.4441
Osteosyntheses; bone screws, bone plates, marrow-nails. Also suitable for watch industry.
Chemical composition of 1.4441
| C | ≤ 0,030 | Cr | 17,0 - 19,0 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Si | ≤ 1,00 | Mo | 2,5 - 3,2 |
| Mn | ≤ 2,0 | Ni | 13,0 - 15,5 |
| P | ≤ 0,025 | N | ≤ 0,10 |
| S | ≤ 0,010 | Fe | rest |
Mechanical properties of 1.4441
| annealed | specification values (bars) |
|---|---|
| tensile strength Rm | 490 - 690 MPa |
| elongation A | ≥ 40% |
| cold worked | specification values (bars) |
| tensile strength Rm | 860 - 1100 MPa (higher values upon demand) |
| elongation A | ≥ 12% |
Sheets of 1.4441
| dimentions | kg/m2 | tolerance |
|---|---|---|
| 3,2 | 0,226 | +0 / - 0.1 mm |
| 4,5 | 1.013 |
Bars of 1.4441
| dimentions | kg/m | tolerances |
|---|---|---|
| 6,0 | 0,22 | H8 |
| 8,0 | 0,40 | |
| 12,7 | H8 |
Further bars and profiles in different executions available upon request.