Stainless Steel is
the generally accepted terminology applied to iron based alloys that contain at
least 10.5% chromium. Many people are familiar with chromium as a corrosion-resistant
coating on the surface of a chrome-plated part, such as an automobile bumper.
In stainless steel, however, the chromium is added during the melting of the
steel and forms a homogeneous mixture with the iron and other alloying elements,
such as nickel and molybdenum, which enhance the metal’s resistance to
corrosion.
304 And 316 Stainless Steel
Stainless steel can
be strengthened by work hardening the structure. The 300 series stainless steel
grades (304 and 316) contain nickel from 8 to 14% in addition to the chromium
that must be present. 316 contains an additional element, molybdenum, from 2 to
3%. It is these alloying elements added to the iron base that makes stainless
steel very different from carbon steel. The extra addition of molybdenum makes
316 better than 304, especially in the environment with chloride exposure. Both
304 and 316 are corrosion free, heat treating steel and fits perfect to
manufacture custom size tubes. Tubes, made of 304 stainless steel grade would
not easily corrode, stain, or oxidize like the regular steel.
The use of stainless
steel tubes stands out very important to many industries, from plumbing to
freight forwarding, from constructional and architectural industry to
manufacturing and suppliers.
Advantages of Using stainless Steel
Tubes
Low Corrosion
Stainless steel is
not prone to corrosion like regular steel. It requires low maintenance to
remain rust-free for many years.
Attractive Appearance
Compared to the
regular steel, stainless steel tubes holds attractive looks and fits perfect to
any environment. The sophisticated and elegantly looking stainless steel tubes
bring aesthetic looks to any industry.
Strong and Sturdy
Stainless steel is
strong and sturdy. It doesn't matter for what purpose you use this material, it
will work efficiently, even in the worst weather conditions. It is stronger and
more durable than regular steel.
As stainless steel is the best option
to resist corrosion and heat, from textile machinery, dairy and food
processing, construction and architecture industry, shipbuilding, to energy
industries, freight forwarding industry, all prefer stainless steel over the
regular steel and other such materials.
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