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Stainless Steel 316/316L Washers are precision-engineered load-distribution components designed to enhance fastening reliability in high-corrosion and high-moisture environments. Manufactured using austenitic stainless steel grades 316 and 316L, these washers provide superior resistance against chloride attack, chemical exposure, and elevated temperature conditions. They comply with globally recognized standards such as DIN 125, DIN 9021, ISO 7089, ISO 7091, and ASTM A240, making them suitable for critical engineering assemblies.
These washers are widely used in marine engineering, chemical processing plants, offshore structures, and heavy industrial equipment where fastener integrity is mission-critical. Their primary function is to distribute load evenly, prevent surface damage, and maintain joint stability under vibration and thermal stress.
KK Fasteners supplies Stainless Steel 316/316L Washers to OEMs and industrial distributors across global markets, ensuring consistent dimensional accuracy, full traceability, and compliance with international quality standards.
| Material Grades | Stainless Steel 316, Stainless Steel 316L |
|---|---|
| Standards | DIN 125, DIN 9021, ISO 7089, ISO 7091, ASTM F436, BS 4320 |
| Size Range | M3 to M100 / 1/8" to 4" |
| Thickness | 0.5 mm – 10 mm (Standard & Heavy Series) |
| Outer Diameter | As per DIN / ISO standard dimensions |
| Inner Diameter | As per bolt size (Metric & Imperial compatibility) |
| Thread Compatibility | Metric (M-Series), UNC, UNF |
| Surface Finish | Bright Polished, Passivated, Pickled |
| Type Variants | Flat Washers, Plain Washers, Heavy Series Washers |
| Hardness | Up to 95 HRB (Annealed Condition) |
| Tensile Strength | 515 – 620 MPa (Grade Dependent) |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N | |
| 316 | min. | – | – | – | – | 16.0 | 2.0-3.0 | 10.0 | – | |
| max. | 0.035 | 2.0 | 0.75 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 18.0 | 14.0 | – | ||
| 316L | min. | – | – | – | – | – | 16.0 | 2.0-3.0 | 10.0 | – |
| max. | 0.035 | 2.0 | 0.75 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 18.0 | 14.0 | – | ||
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) min | Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min | Elongation (% in 50mm) min | Hardness | |
| Rockwell B (HR B) max | Brinell (HB) max | ||||
| 316 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 95 | 217 |
| 316L | 485 | 170 | 40 | 95 | 217 |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 316 | 1.4401 / 1.4436 | S31600 | SUS 316 | 316S31 / 316S33 | – | Z7CND17‐11‐02 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 / X3CrNiMo17-13-3 |
| SS 316L | 1.4404 / 1.4435 | S31603 | SUS 316L | 316S11 / 316S13 | 03Ch17N14M3 / 03Ch17N14M2 | Z3CND17‐11‐02 / Z3CND18‐14‐03 | X2CrNiMo17-12-2 / X2CrNiMo18-14-3 |
Bolt Size
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USS
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SAE
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OD (in.)
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ID (in.)
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Thickness
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OD (in.)
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ID (in.)
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Thickness
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1/8 (#6)
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-
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-
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-
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0.375
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0.156
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.036/.065
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5/32 (#8)
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-
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-
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-
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0.438
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0.188
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.036/.065
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3/16 (#10)
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0.560
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0.250
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.036/.065
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0.500
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0.220
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.036/.065
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7/32 (#12)
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-
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-
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-
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0.562
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0.250
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.051/.080
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1/4 (#14)
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0.734
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0.312
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.051/.080
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0.625
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0.281
|
.051/.080
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5/16
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0.875
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0.375
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.064/.104
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0.688
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0.344
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.051/.080
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3/8
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1.000
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0.438
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.064/.104
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0.812
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0.406
|
.051/.080
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7/16
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1.250
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0.500
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.064/.104
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0.922
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0.469
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.051/.080
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1/2
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1.375
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0.562
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.086/.132
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1.062
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0.531
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.074/.121
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9/16
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1.469
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0.625
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.086/.132
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1.156
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0.594
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.074/.121
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5/8
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1.750
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0.688
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.108/.160
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1.312
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0.656
|
.074/.121
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3/4
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2.000
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0.812
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.122/.177
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1.469
|
0.812
|
.108/.160
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7/8
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2.250
|
0.938
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.136/.192
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1.750
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0.938
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.108/.160
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1
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2.500
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1.062
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.136/.192
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2.000
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1.062
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.108/.160
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1 1/8
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2.750
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1.250
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.136/.192
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2.250
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1.250
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.108/.160
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1 1/4
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3.000
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1.375
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.136/.192
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2.500
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1.375
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.136/.192
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1 3/8
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3.250
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1.500
|
.153/.213
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2.750
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1.500
|
.136/.213
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1 1/2
|
3.500
|
1.625
|
.153/.213
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3.000
|
1.625
|
.153/.213
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1 5/8
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3.750
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1.750
|
.153/.213
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-
|
-
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-
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1 3/4
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4.000
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1.875
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.153/.213
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-
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-
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-
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1 7/8
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4.250
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2.000
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.153/.213
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-
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-
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-
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2
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4.500
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2.125
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.153/.213
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-
|
-
|
-
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2 1/4
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4.750
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2.375
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.320/.248
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-
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-
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-
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2 1/2
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5.000
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2.625
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.210/.280
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-
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-
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-
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2 3/4
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5.250
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2.875
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.228/.410S
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-
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-
|
-
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3
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5.500
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3.125
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.249/.327
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-
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-
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-
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Size |
USS |
SAE |
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Inside Diameter (A) |
Outside Diameter (B) |
Thickness (C) |
Inside Diameter (A) |
Outside Diameter (B) |
Thickness (C) |
|
#2 |
- |
- |
- |
3/32" |
1/4" |
0.020" |
#4 |
- |
- |
- |
1/8" |
5/16" |
0.032" |
#6 |
- |
- |
- |
5/32" |
3/8" |
0.049" |
#8 |
- |
- |
- |
3/16" |
7/16" |
0.049" |
#10 |
- |
- |
- |
7/32" |
1/2" |
0.049" |
#12 |
- |
- |
- |
1/4" |
9/16" |
0.065" |
1/4" |
5/16" |
0.734" |
0.065" |
9/32" |
5/8" |
0.065" |
5/16" |
3/8" |
7/8" |
0.083" |
11/32" |
11/16" |
0.065" |
3/8" |
7/16" |
1" |
0.083" |
13/32" |
13/16" |
0.065" |
7/16" |
1/2" |
1-1/4" |
0.083" |
15/32" |
15/16" |
0.065" |
1/2" |
9/16" |
1-3/8" |
0.109" |
17/32" |
1-1/16" |
0.095" |
9/16" |
5/8" |
1-15/32" |
0.109" |
19/32" |
1-5/32" |
0.095" |
5/8" |
11/16" |
1-3/4" |
0.134" |
21/32" |
1-5/16" |
0.095" |
3/4" |
13/16" |
2" |
0.148" |
13/16" |
1-15/32" |
0.134" |
7/8" |
15/16" |
2-1/4" |
0.165" |
15/16" |
1-3/4" |
0.134" |
1" |
1-1/16" |
2-1/2" |
0.165" |
1-1/16" |
2" |
0.134" |
1-1/8" |
1-1/4" |
2-3/4" |
0.165" |
- |
- |
- |
1-1/4" |
1-3/8" |
3" |
0.165" |
- |
- |
- |
1-3/8" |
1-1/2" |
3-1/4" |
0.180" |
- |
- |
- |
1-1/2" |
1-5/8" |
3-1/2" |
0.180" |
- |
- |
- |
1-5/8" |
1-3/4" |
3-3/4" |
0.180" |
- |
- |
- |
1-3/4" |
1-7/8" |
4" |
0.180" |
- |
- |
- |
2" |
2-1/8" |
4-1/2" |
0.213" |
- |
- |
- |
Stainless Steel 316/316L Washers are used wherever fastener reliability, corrosion resistance, and long-term structural stability are required.
The production of Stainless Steel 316/316L Washers involves precision blanking, cold forging, and CNC-controlled stamping processes to ensure consistent dimensional accuracy. Each washer undergoes controlled heat treatment to achieve optimal mechanical properties and stress relief.
Quality inspection includes hardness testing, dimensional verification, and surface finish analysis. Batch traceability is maintained through lot-wise marking and documentation. KK Fasteners implements ISO 9001-certified quality systems, along with RoHS and REACH compliance checks for international supply chains. Every washer is inspected to ensure it meets DIN/ISO tolerances before dispatch, ensuring reliability in critical engineering applications.
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Stainless Steel 316/316L Washers are flat disc-shaped components used in bolted assemblies to distribute load, reduce surface damage, and improve joint stability. Made from molybdenum-alloyed stainless steel, they offer excellent resistance to corrosion, especially in marine, chemical, and industrial environments where exposure to moisture and chlorides is high.
SS 316 contains a higher carbon content compared to SS 316L, which provides slightly better strength. SS 316L has lower carbon, making it more resistant to sensitization and corrosion after welding. 316L is preferred for welded structures and marine applications, while SS 316 is used where higher mechanical strength is required.
These washers are manufactured according to globally accepted standards such as DIN 125, DIN 9021, ISO 7089, ISO 7091, and ASTM F436. These standards ensure precise dimensional accuracy, interchangeability, and reliable mechanical performance across industrial fastening applications.
They are widely used in marine engineering, offshore platforms, oil & gas pipelines, chemical processing units, power plants, and automotive assemblies. Their corrosion resistance and durability make them ideal for environments exposed to saltwater, chemicals, and high humidity.
A reliable supplier should offer ISO-certified production, full material traceability, compliance with DIN/ISO/ASTM standards, and proven export experience. Consistent quality control, inspection reports, and technical support are also important. KK Fasteners supplies to global industries with documented quality assurance and export-ready logistics support.
For industries requiring corrosion-resistant and dimensionally precise fastening solutions, Stainless Steel 316/316L Washers deliver dependable performance in demanding environments. KK Fasteners supports global OEMs and distributors with consistent supply, technical compliance, and export-ready packaging tailored to industrial requirements.
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