CarTech BioDur 316LS stainless steel is an electro-slag remelted (ESR) or vacuum arc remelted (VAR), low carbon, high nickel and molybdenum version of CarTech 316 stainless. The secondary premium melting step (ESR or 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.

Applications:
CarTech BioDur 316LS stainless has found application in fracture fixation devices such as bone plates, screws, and intramedullary nails. This alloy has been used as machining and forging stock for producing surgical implant devices. The alloy has also been used in surgical instruments where high hardness is not a requirement.