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316LVM
316LVM Stainless steel
High-purity low-carbon austenitic stainless steel
Vacuum Melted Stainless for Implantable and Critical Medical Applications
316LVM (Vacuum Melted 316L Stainless Steel) is a high-purity, low-carbon austenitic stainless steel specifically designed for implantable medical devices and surgical applications. Vacuum melting ensures a clean, inclusion-free microstructure, providing exceptional biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and mechanical reliability.
MGM Industries supplies 316LVM bar and wire made to spec, compliant with ASTM F138 and ASTM F139, ready for precision machining and medical use.
Key Features
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​​Vacuum melted for superior cleanliness and consistency
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Excellent biocompatibility and resistance to body fluids
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Strong, ductile, and suitable for complex machining
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Non-magnetic in annealed condition
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Low carbon content reduces risk of carbide precipitation
Chemical Composition
Element
Carbon (C)
Manganese (Mn)
Phosphorus (P)
Sulfur (S)
Silicon (Si)
Chromium (Cr)
Nickel (Ni)
Molybdenum (Mo)
Iron (Fe)
Percentage
≤ 0.03%
≤ 2.00%
≤ 0.025%
≤ 0.010%
≤ 0.75%
17.00 – 19.00%
13.00 – 15.00%
2.25 - 3.00%
Balance
Note: May vary slightly depending on melt source and form (wire or bar).
Material Solutions
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DFARS & Domestic Melt
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Custom sizes, length and finishes
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Diameters from 0.0254mm to 25.4mm (0.001" to 1.00")
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Lengths from 152.4mm to 3657.6m (6.00" to 144")
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​Ground & Polished finishes 8 RA or better
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Diameter tolerance as tight as ±0.0001​
Applications
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Orthopedic implants
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Surgical tools and instruments
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Cardiovascular and trauma devices
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Dental components
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Implantable hardware and fixation systems
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