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compatibility of S.S.316 with nitric acid

Can S.S.316 can resist corrosion against nitric acid at room temperature and temperature above 50°C.

Kartik Chudasama
Pharmaceutical - Ankleshwar, Gujarat, India
2003

Yes. But important to make sure that any welds are polished smooth and bright, or else the acid WILL find the iron in the raw S S and attack it.

Mark Hunter
- Newcastle, Australia
2003

SS-304-L is suitable for nitric acid storage.

D. Mandal
- Mumbai
2004

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