1.4404 Round Bar The steel grade 1.4404 (also called ASTM 316/ 316L and ≈ SS2348) is a stainless ” acid-proof” steel which is easy to machine. The steel has improved machinability by, MAXIVAL®, and it is suitable for production of corrosion resistant products by machining. 1.4404 has a very good corrosion resistance which make it useful within a wide range of areas. It has an improved resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in environments containing chlorides, due to the addition of moybdenium. It is non-magnetic but may become slightly magnetic after cold working and welding. Typical application areas for 1.4404: Construction Building Process Industry Reinforcement