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Stainless Steel SUS316J1-CD (Cold drawn)

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JIS SUS316J1

Standard bar/wire condition giving better straightness, surface finish and chip control than annealed bar.

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Values for the CD condition

Other SUS316J1 tempers and conditions

SUS316J1 is listed in 7 conditions; see the grade overview at SUS316J1.

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Condition · open for datasheetBest forYield MPaTensile MPaElong. %HardnessConductivity
HR
Hot rolled
Thick plate condition (>6 mm) for tanks and welded fabrications; same properties as annealed, rougher surface.24554052155 HB2.3 % IACS
AnnealedDefault
solution treated (~1050–1100 °C, water quenched), pickled
Default stock condition for sheet, plate, bar and tube; maximum ductility for deep drawing and best corrosion resistance.25055055150 HB—
1/4H
Quarter hard
Light cold reduction when moderate stiffness/strength is needed while retaining some bending ability.4106902522 HRC2.3 % IACS
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Cold drawn
Standard bar/wire condition giving better straightness, surface finish and chip control than annealed bar.4807002518 HRC2.3 % IACS
1/2H
Half hard
Standard spring-ish strip temper for clips, bands and stiff formed parts with simple bends.5708501230 HRC2.3 % IACS
3/4H
Three-quarter hard
High-strength strip for flat springs and shims where only very gentle forming is required.7001,000837 HRC2.3 % IACS
H
Hardened
Maximum strength thin strip/wire for springs, blades and flat stock; essentially no formability beyond flat blanking.8501,150542 HRC2.3 % IACS

What is SUS316J1-CD?

SUS316J1-CD is SUS316J1 supplied in the CD condition — standard bar/wire condition giving better straightness, surface finish and chip control than annealed bar. SUS316J1-CD has a yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) — stronger than 75% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 25% and the elastic modulus is 193 GPa (28 Msi). SUS316J1-CD has a density of 7.98 g/cm³ (0.288 lb/in³), heavier than 85% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,385°C (2,525 °F). Annealed is the default condition FabDigit quotes; CD is available on request or by drawing note.

Advantages

  • Polishes to a fine finish — 86/100, better than 99% of stainless steel grades
  • Good corrosion resistance — 73/100, better than 77% of stainless steel grades
  • High strength — 480 MPa (69.6 ksi), better than 75% of stainless steel grades

Limitations

  • Limited service temperature — 350°C (662 °F), worse than 84% of stainless steel grades

SUS316J1-CD properties

Typical room-temperature values for SUS316J1-CD; 24 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are SUS316J1 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among stainless steel grades.

Physical3

SUS316J1-CD has a density of 7.98 g/cm³ (0.288 lb/in³), heavier than 85% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,385°C (2,525 °F).

Density7.98 g/cm³0.29 lb/in³
Melting Point (Solidus)1,385°C2,525 °F
Liquidus Temperature1,420°C2,588 °F

Mechanical16

SUS316J1-CD has a yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) — stronger than 75% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 25% and the elastic modulus is 193 GPa (28 Msi).

Elastic (Young's) Modulus193 GPa28 Msi
Shear Modulus77 GPa11.2 Msi
Bulk Modulus166 GPa24.1 Msi
Poisson's Ratio0.3
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)700 MPa102 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)480 MPa69.6 ksi
Elongation at Break25%
Reduction in Area55%
Compressive Strength480 MPa69.6 ksi
Shear Strength480 MPa69.6 ksi
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)300 MPa43.5 ksi
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)165 MPa·√m150 ksi·√in
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)100 J73.8 ft·lbf
Hardness, Brinell210 HB
Hardness, Rockwell B96 HRB
Hardness, Vickers220 HV

Thermal6

SUS316J1-CD is rated for continuous service to 350°C (662 °F). It conducts heat at 16.3 W/m·K (9.42 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 68% of stainless steel grades. Thermal expansion is 16 µm/m·K (8.89 µin/in·°F).

Thermal Conductivity16.3 W/m·K9.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F
Specific Heat Capacity500 J/kg·K0.12 BTU/lb·°F
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)16 µm/m·K8.9 µin/in·°F
Latent Heat of Fusion260 J/g112 BTU/lb
Max Service Temperature (continuous)350°C662 °F
Min Service Temperature-196°C-321 °F

Electrical3

SUS316J1-CD conducts electricity at 2.3 % IACS, better than 55% of stainless steel grades.

Electrical Conductivity2.3 % IACS
Electrical Resistivity7.4×10⁻⁷ Ω·m29.1 µΩ·in
Magnetic Responseessentially non-magnetic, slight response in the cold-worked surface layer

Chemical & Environmental3

Corrosion resistance is very good (73/100), better than 77% of stainless steel grades.

Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)-0.05 V
Corrosion ResistanceVery good73/100
Chemical Resistance SummaryBetter than 304 and slightly better than plain 316 in dilute sulphuric, phosphoric and organic (acetic/formic) acids thanks to the Cu addition; good in neutral chlorides up to moderate levels, but still subject to pitting/crevice attack in hot concentrated chlorides and to chloride SCC above ~60 °C; poor in hydrochloric acid and oxidising chloride media.

Sustainability4

Producing a kilogram of SUS316J1-CD takes about 53 MJ of energy and emits 5 kg of CO₂ — less than 67% of stainless steel grades. Typical recycled content is 60%.

Embodied Energy (primary production)53 MJ/kg22,786 BTU/lb
Embodied Carbon (primary production)5 kg CO₂/kg
Embodied Water150 L/kg18 gal/lb
Typical Recycled Content60%

Manufacturability7

SUS316J1-CD's machinability is fair (36/100, better than 57% of stainless steel grades); weldability very good (72/100); formability fair (50/100).

MachinabilityFair36/100
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)42%
WeldabilityVery good72/100
Formability (cold)Fair50/100
Brazeability / SolderabilityVery good70/100
PolishabilityExcellent86/100
Anodizing Responsen/a — stainless steel is not anodised; use electropolishing, passivation or PVD colouring instead

Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.

Working with SUS316J1-CD

Is SUS316J1 easy to machine?

Gummy and work-hardening like 316: use rigid setups, sharp positive-rake carbide, heavy positive feed, 60–110 m/min with flood coolant, and never dwell or rub.

Can SUS316J1 be welded?

Weld with 316L/ER316L (or matching Cu-bearing filler for full corrosion match), low heat input and interpass <150 °C; the Cu addition raises hot-cracking sensitivity so keep a small amount of delta ferrite and avoid heavy restraint.

Can SUS316J1 be formed, bent or molded?

Excellent deep-drawing and cold-heading behaviour — lower work hardening than 304/316 allows deeper draws with fewer interstage anneals; use chlorine-free drawing lubricants and Cr-free tooling coatings to avoid galling.

What surface finishes work on SUS316J1?

Takes BA and No.8 mirror polish readily for tableware; passivate in nitric or citric acid after machining/welding, electropolish for hygiene service; not anodisable, PVD colouring works well.

SUS316J1 chemical composition (wt %)

Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.

ElementSpec limit (wt %)Nominal
CSUS316J1L variant limits C to 0.030≤ 0.080.05
Si≤ 10.5
Mn≤ 21.2
P≤ 0.050.03
S≤ 0.030.01
Ni10 – 1412
Cr17 – 1918
Mo1.2 – 2.752
Cuthe defining addition — lowers work hardening, improves drawability and resistance to reducing acids1 – 2.51.7
Febalance—

SUS316J1-CD — frequently asked

What is SUS316J1-CD used for?

SUS316J1-CD is typically used for kitchen utensils, tableware, chemical equipment linings and architectural fittings. In short: best-forming 316 variant; copper-bearing JIS grade; limited non-Japanese stock.

What is the yield strength of SUS316J1-CD?

SUS316J1-CD has a typical yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) — stronger than 75% of stainless steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 7 listed tempers.

Is SUS316J1-CD easy to machine?

Not especially — machinability is rated fair (36/100, better than 57% of stainless steel grades). Gummy and work-hardening like 316: use rigid setups, sharp positive-rake carbide, heavy positive feed, 60–110 m/min with flood coolant, and never dwell or rub.

Can SUS316J1-CD be welded?

Yes — weldability is rated very good (72/100). Weld with 316L/ER316L (or matching Cu-bearing filler for full corrosion match), low heat input and interpass <150 °C; the Cu addition raises hot-cracking sensitivity so keep a small amount of delta ferrite and avoid heavy restraint.

What surface finishes work on SUS316J1-CD?

Takes BA and No.8 mirror polish readily for tableware; passivate in nitric or citric acid after machining/welding, electropolish for hygiene service; not anodisable, PVD colouring works well.

Can SUS316J1-CD be formed, bent or molded?

Excellent deep-drawing and cold-heading behaviour — lower work hardening than 304/316 allows deeper draws with fewer interstage anneals; use chlorine-free drawing lubricants and Cr-free tooling coatings to avoid galling.

What is the maximum service temperature of SUS316J1-CD?

SUS316J1-CD is rated for continuous use to about 350°C (662 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.

What is the difference between SUS316J1 Annealed and SUS316J1-H?

Annealed is the default condition — default stock condition for sheet, plate, bar and tube; maximum ductility for deep drawing and best corrosion resistance. H: maximum strength thin strip/wire for springs, blades and flat stock; essentially no formability beyond flat blanking. Yield strength is 250 MPa in Annealed versus 850 MPa in H.

Sources

  1. JIS G 4305 — Cold-rolled stainless steel plate, sheet and strip — JSA (2021)
  2. JIS G 4303 — Stainless steel bars — JSA (2021)
  3. JIS G 4313 — Cold-rolled stainless steel strip for springs — JSA (2011)
  4. ASM Handbook Vol.1 — Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels and High-Performance Alloys — ASM International (1990)
  5. Stainless steel sheet product guide (316-type / Cu-bearing grades) — Nippon Steel Stainless (2022)

Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.