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kpm21443

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Dear Friends,

I have to procure a metal hose with core A182 TP 304 but the manufacturer is offering A182 TP 316. I believe 316 is better than 304. Please advise
 
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316 has added molybdenum. It is more corrosion resistant and generally is considered an upgrade.
 
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And the mechanical properties are very similar.
Unless you are using 304 for some very specific reason the swap to 316 should work fine.

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