SS 316 / 316L Threaded RodUNS S31603 · DIN 976-1:2016-09, Form A, where applicable · Manufacturer, trader & exporter, India
AISI 316L · UNS S31603
An SS 316 / 316L threaded rod is a continuously threaded bar cut to length. Finished fastener specification not asserted; ASTM A193 B8M may be specified for applicable bolting products — confirm the required product form and grade in the purchase specification. Threaded rod is cut to make studs and hangers. Available in full lengths or cut pieces.
- UNS S31603
- DIN 976-1:2016-09, Form A, where applicable
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
- Export packing
Reviewed by the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical team · Updated October 2026
What is an SS 316 / 316L Threaded Rod?
- What it is
- A continuously threaded bar cut to length
- Finished spec
- Not asserted
- Material / feedstock
- ASTM A193 B8M may be specified for applicable bolting products; confirm the required product form and grade in the purchase specification
- Dimensions
- DIN 976-1:2016-09, Form A, where applicable
- Grade
- SS 316 / 316L · UNS S31603
- Best at
- Chloride-bearing process fluids, marine air and pharmaceutical service
SS 316 / 316L Threaded Rod Specification
| Product | SS 316 / 316L Threaded Rod |
|---|---|
| Finished fastener specification | Not asserted |
| Material / feedstock specification | ASTM A193 B8M may be specified for applicable bolting products; confirm the required product form and grade in the purchase specification |
| Dimensional standard | DIN 976-1:2016-09, Form A, where applicable |
| Manufacturing route | Route dependent on product design and purchase specification |
| Project / purchase specification | Yes — finished fastener requirements are to the purchase specification or project drawing |
| Sizes | M10 – M64 · ½" – 4" (others on request) |
| Threads | UNC · UN-8 · metric coarse |
| Testing | PMI (as specified in the PO) · dimensional · NDT and IGC on request |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 on request / as specified in the PO |
When to Choose a Threaded Rod
Threaded rod is cut to make studs and hangers. Available in full lengths or cut pieces.
- 1 m and 3 m lengths
- Cut to size
- UNC, UN-8 and metric
More on choosing: Threaded rod guide.
SS 316 / 316L Threaded Rod: Why 316L for threaded rods
Threaded rod is cut to make studs and hangers. Available in full lengths or cut pieces. In SS 316 / 316L, the choice usually comes down to the medium and temperature — the rows here are the points buyers check for this exact combination.
| Why this grade | Stainless fasteners resist atmospheric and process corrosion. SS 316 / 316L is picked for chloride-bearing process fluids, marine air and pharmaceutical service. |
|---|---|
| Typical service | Chemical & process — Piping and vessels handling mild acids and chlorides. |
| Bolting | ASTM A193 B8M studs with A194 8M nuts |
SS 316 / 316L Threaded Rod Chemical Composition
Under technical review for TDS.
| Element | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Chromium | As specified |
| Nickel | As specified |
| Molybdenum | As specified |
| Carbon | As specified |
| Manganese | As specified |
| Silicon | As specified |
| Nitrogen | As specified |
| Phosphorus | As specified |
Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification to be verified: ASTM A240 for UNS S31603.
SS 316 / 316L Threaded Rod Mechanical Properties
Under technical review for TDS.
| Property | Current requirement |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | As specified |
| Yield strength 0.2% | As specified |
| Elongation | As specified |
| Hardness | As specified |
Numerical specification requirements are published only after the applicable current standard edition has been verified. Governing specification and condition to be verified: ASTM A240 for UNS S31603 — Annealed plate & sheet (316L).
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the SS 316 / 316L grade page.
Other SS 316 / 316L fasteners
SS 316 / 316L Threaded Rod — questions buyers ask
Is threaded rod the same as a stud bolt?
Stud bolts are cut from threaded rod or threaded to length and supplied with nuts, to flange-bolting dimensions.
What nut is used with SS 316 / 316L threaded rods?
ASTM A194 8M heavy hex nuts.
Which standard covers SS 316 / 316L threaded rods?
Finished fastener specification: Not asserted. Material / feedstock: ASTM A193 B8M may be specified for applicable bolting products; confirm the required product form and grade in the purchase specification. Dimensions: DIN 976-1:2016-09, Form A, where applicable. State the finished specification, material and dimensions on your purchase order or project drawing.
What decides the price of a SS 316 / 316L threaded rod?
The alloy price, the size and dimensions, quantity, and the testing and documents required. Send your list and we quote the same working day.
What documents do you supply?
EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 certificates available on request / as specified in the PO; dimensional reports as required. PMI can be arranged depending on product and requirements, as specified in the PO.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026