![]() Without making things too complicated, the essential difference is that Surgical Steel is an 'Implant Grade' classified surgical steel. While the names are very similar, the materials themselves are not. 316L Surgical Steel is sometimes confused with Surgical Steel. The best alternatives are Titanium and 14 kt. Although 316L Surgical Steel only contains trace amounts of nickel, this fact makes the material unsuited for people with a nickel allergy. Nickel, another element known to increase hardness, is added to make up for the low carbon amount. The L stands for 'Low Carbon', an added element to increase hardness and tensile strength. You can find any second material, if used at all, on the 'more information' tab of the product page.ģ16L Surgical Steel is the official name for a combination of metals creating this type of surgical stainless steel. If you want to wear your 316L Surgical Steel jewelry for a long time, make sure to get one without added brass. Be aware that piercings and earrings made with brass are very sensitive to discoloration. Brass is the most common second material used because it is a resilient metal. To keep jewelry affordable, often a second material is used to create the fine details of the piece. 316L Surgical Steel is quite hard, which makes it more complicated to create the intricate details of piercings and earrings. Luckily there are plenty of alternatives of Nickel-free Piercings, such as Titanium. People sensitive to metals, and Nickel in particular, can not stand it well. Although 316L Surgical Steel is the most used material for Piercing Jewelry worldwide, it is not suitable for everyone. ![]() Later on this page we will dive deeper into the matter. The combination of metals used to create 316L Surgical Steel offers the possibility to process it more easily than more hardened steels such as titanium. The material is robust, durable, and affordable. To be more precise, it is part of 'Surgical Stainless Steel'. Please read our full shipping & return policy here.316L Surgical Steel is high-quality stainless steel. SARAH & SEBASTIAN does not accept returns in-store for earrings, however can be returned to online. Products purchased from SARAH & SEBASTIAN’s online or retail stores may be returned for a credit if returned unworn, in saleable condition within 14 days of dispatch date. SARAH & SEBASTIAN credits are valid for use in our retail stores and online at for a period of three years. ![]() READY TO SHIP - Due to the fast nature and turnaround time of our ready to ship service, orders cannot be cancelled or changed.īESPOKE - All bespoke orders including but not limited to the Multi Petite Letter Necklace, Birthstone Necklace & Bracelet, Engraved pieces and Engagement Rings cannot be cancelled or changed due to the extensive production process. MADE TO ORDER - If you have changed your mind or made an error and would like to cancel your order, you may cancel up to 60 minutes after an order has been placed. ![]() Once your order is ready, we ship all parcels with an express shipping method. Due to the high value of our pieces, our parcels require a signature on delivery. Production times are specified at time of purchase and starts the first business day after the purchase. Online orders are processed Monday through Friday AEST, excluding weekends and public holidays.
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