Liquid Nitrogen (LN₂) service
Material Compatibility

SS 316L for Liquid Nitrogen (LN₂)

Is SS 316L the right valve material for Liquid Nitrogen (LN₂)? The engineering rating, the conditions that limit it, and the better alternatives.

Excellent

Is SS 316L compatible with Liquid Nitrogen (LN₂)?

For Liquid Nitrogen (LN₂) (N₂(l)) valve service, SS 316L is excellent — an excellent choice. Best choice - austenitic stainless steel retains toughness at −196°C.

Better materials for Liquid Nitrogen (LN₂)

Higher-rated options for this service, from the compatibility data.

Aluminium alloysExcellentA352 LCB/LCC (LTCS)GoodA350 LF2GoodBronze/BrassGood

All rated materials for Liquid Nitrogen (LN₂)

Aluminium alloysExcellentA352 LCB/LCC (LTCS)GoodA350 LF2GoodBronze/BrassGoodCarbon SteelNot Recommended
Reviewed by Materials Engineering, Vajra Industrial SolutionsDiscipline: Valve Metallurgy & Materials SelectionLast reviewed: 20 June 2026

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A351 CF8M (SS316)A352 LCC Low-Temp
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Liquid Nitrogen (LN₂) service guideFull compatibility, valves & standardsSS 316L compatibilityEvery fluid this material handlesCompatibility AtlasThe full material x fluid matrix