416 Stainless Steel
416 is a free-machining variant of martensitic stainless steel which contains controlled amounts of sulfur or selenium to increase machinability. Fighter Jet Metals offers 416 Stainless as bar, wire and forging products for industrial, aerospace and precision machining applications where good strength, moderate corrosion resistance and excellent machinability are needed.
Applications of 416 Stainless Steel
- Valve Components and Pump Shafts
- Gears, Studs, and Bolts
- Fasteners and Machine Parts
- Motor Shafts and Axles
- Aerospace Fittings and Bushings
Overview
416 stainless stands out as the easiest stainless steel to machine. In its sub-critical annealed state, it cuts really well. Sure, it doesn’t match the corrosion resistance of austenitic grades like 304 or 316, but it still offers a solid mix of strength, hardness, and formability. You can heat-treat this alloy for even more hardness, and it keeps enough ductility to work with. That’s why it’s a go-to choice for parts that need to hold up against wear and demand precise machining.
416 STAINLESS STEEL SPECIFICATIONS
Bars & Forgins
High-quality bars and forgings suitable for structural, machined, and high-stress components.
Certified Material for Critical Service
All 416 Stainless Steel supplied by Fighter Jet Metals includes complete test reports, heat numbers, and full traceability. Dual certifications and compliance with specific aerospace or industrial standards can be arranged on request.