Materials for Metallic Gaskets

Stainless Steel AISI 304L
It has the same corrosion resistance as AISI 304. Its Carbon content is limited to 0.03%, has less Intergranual Carbon precipitation and therefore less Intergranual Corrosion. Its operational limit for continuous service is 1400 F (760 C). AISI 304L is susceptible to Stress Corrosion. Hardness: 160 HB.
Stainless Steel AISI 316
This alloy contains 18% Ni (Nickle), 13% Cr (Chromium), 2% Mo(Molybdenum) and offers excellent resistance to corrosion. It can have carbonate precipitation at temperatures between 860 F (460 C) and 1650 F (900 C), under severe corrosion conditions. Max continuous service temperature is 1400 F (760 C). Hardness: 160 HB
Stainless Steel AISI 316L
Has the same chemical composition as the AISI 316 but has a carbon content limited to 0.03% , inhibiting Intergranual Carbon precipitation, and by extension limiting Intergranular Corrosion. Maximum Service Temperature is 1400 F (760 C). Hardness: 160 HB.
Stainless Steel AISI 321
This alloy contains 18% Cr and 10% Ni stabalized with Ti (Titanium), which reduces Intergranular Carbon precipitation. Can be used in temperatures up to 1500 F (815 C). Hardness: 160 HB.
Stainless Steel AISI 347
An alloy similar to AISI 304 but is stabilized with Nb (Niobium) and Ta (Tantalum) to reduce carbonate precipitation. This alloy is also susceptible to Stress Corrosion. Has good performance in high temperature corrosive service. Maximum temperature: 1550 F (815 C). Hardness: 160 HB.

Monel
An alloy with 67% Ni and 30% Cu (Copper) that offers great resistance to most acids and alkalis with the exception of extremely oxidant acids. This metal is subject to stress corrosion and therefore it should not be used in applications involving fluorine- silicon acid and Mercury. When used in conjunction with PTFE, it is used frequently in Spiral Wound gaskets for highly corrosive service.
Maximum operating temperature: 1500 F (815 C). Hardness: 95 HB
Nickle 200
An alloy with 99% Ni and offers great resistance to caustic applications although it does not have the same kind of chemical resistance as Monel. It is also used in Spiral Wound and jacketed gaskets for special applications. Maximum operating temperature: 1400 F (760 C). Hardness: 110 HB.
Copper
This material is often used in small dimension gaskets, where the seating pressure is limited. Maximum operating temperature: 500 F (260 C). Hardness: 80HB
Aluminum
Because it has great corrosion resistance and is easy to handle, aluminum is frequently used to make gaskets. Maximum service temperature: 860 F (460 C). Hardness: 35 HB.
Inconel
This alloy contains 70% Ni, 15% Cr and 7% Fe (Iron). Inconel has excellent corrosion resistance from cryogenic to high temperature. Temperature limit: 2000 F (1100 C) Hardness: 150 HB.
Titanium
This metal has excellent corrosion resistances in high temperatures, oxidant service, Nitric acid and caustic solutions. Temperature limit: 2000 F (1100 C). Hardness: 215 HB.