SS 316 / 316L U-boltASTM A193 · MSS SP-58 / manufacturer standard · Manufacturer, stockist & exporter, India
AISI 316L · UNS S31603
An SS 316 / 316L u-bolt is a U-shaped bolt for clamping pipes to supports, made from SS 316 / 316L to ASTM A193 B8M · A194 8M. U-bolts hold pipes to supports and structures. Sized by pipe NPS with a threaded length on each leg.
- ASTM A193
- MSS SP-58 / manufacturer standard
- 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 U-bolt?
- What it is
- A U-shaped bolt for clamping pipes to supports
- Material
- ASTM A193 B8M · A194 8M
- Dimensions
- MSS SP-58 / manufacturer standard
- Grade
- SS 316 / 316L · UNS S31603
- Best at
- Chloride-bearing process fluids, marine air and pharmaceutical service
SS 316 / 316L U-bolt Specification
| Product | SS 316 / 316L U-bolt |
|---|---|
| Material standard | ASTM A193 B8M · A194 8M |
| Dimensional standard | MSS SP-58 / manufacturer standard |
| Sizes | M10 – M64 · ½" – 4" (others on request) |
| Threads | UNC · UN-8 · metric coarse |
| Testing | PMI · dimensional · NDT and IGC on request |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 · 3.2 with third-party inspection |
When to Choose an U-bolt
U-bolts hold pipes to supports and structures. Sized by pipe NPS with a threaded length on each leg.
- Sized to pipe NPS
- With nuts and plates
- Matching or isolated material
More on choosing: U-bolt guide.
SS 316 / 316L U-bolt: Why 316L for u-bolts
U-bolts hold pipes to supports and structures. Sized by pipe NPS with a threaded length on each leg. 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 U-bolt Chemical Composition
| Element | Weight % |
|---|---|
| Chromium | 16.0 – 18.0 |
| Nickel | 10.0 – 14.0 |
| Molybdenum | 2.00 – 3.00 |
| Carbon | 0.030 max |
| Manganese | 2.00 max |
| Silicon | 0.75 max |
| Nitrogen | 0.10 max |
| Phosphorus | 0.045 max |
SS 316 / 316L U-bolt Mechanical Properties
| Annealed plate & sheet (316L) | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 485 MPa · 70 ksi |
| Yield strength 0.2% | 170 MPa · 25 ksi |
| Elongation | 40% |
| Hardness | 217 HB max |
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the SS 316 / 316L grade page.
Other SS 316 / 316L fasteners
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FOB / CIF · Nhava Sheva (JNPT), MumbaiSS 316 / 316L U-bolt — questions buyers ask
Should U-bolts match the pipe material?
Use the same alloy, or an isolating sleeve, to avoid galvanic corrosion between pipe and bolt.
What nut is used with SS 316 / 316L u-bolts?
ASTM A194 8M heavy hex nuts.
Which standard covers SS 316 / 316L u-bolts?
The material is ASTM A193 B8M · A194 8M; dimensions follow MSS SP-58 / manufacturer standard. Always state both on your purchase order, with the edition if your project specifies one.
What decides the price of a SS 316 / 316L u-bolt?
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 mill certificates as standard, 3.2 with third-party inspection on request, plus dimensional and PMI reports.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026