316 stainless steel is an austenitic stainless steel. The addition of Mo significantly improves its corrosion resistance and high-temperature strength. Its high-temperature resistance can reach 1200-1300°C, allowing it to be used in harsh conditions. It also has excellent weldability and can be welded using all standard welding methods.

It is suitable for heat exchangers of pulp and papermaking equipment, dyeing equipment, film processing equipment, pipelines, and exterior materials of buildings in coastal areas. In 2013, it was also used in the field of solenoid valves, mainly for housings, clamps, balls, valve bodies, valve seats, nuts, valve stems, etc.