Data provided by Carpenter Technology Corporation. Medical Implant Alloy. Vacuum arc remelted (VAR), low carbon version of Type 316 stainless. The secondary premium melting step (VAR) imparts improved cleanliness. The chemistry modifications are designed to maximize the corrosion resistance of this alloy and provide a ferrite free microstructure. The alloy is nonmagnetic even after severe cold forming operations. BioDur™ is a trademark of Carpenter Technology Corporation. |
ASTM F138 Grade 2; ASTM F139 Grade 2; ISO 5832-1 Composition D; Type 316 Stainless Steel |