Various terrific alloys exhibiting high oxidation resistance through the alloying with chromium and nickel.
An alloy of steel. Stainless steel will not react with foods, nor does it rust or corrode. When used in woks, stainless steel often is combined with copper or aluminum since it does not conduct heat well.
Steel which does not get rusty and is not affected by corrosion. It is extremely resilient.
A corrosion resistant type of steel which does not require protection and is not normally painted.
Steel containing chromium that makes it resistant to corrosion.
Is a generic term for those steel grades, which were melted in a special procedure, have a high degree of purity and react uniformly to the intended thermal treatment. According to the chemical composition, a differentiation has to be made between unalloyed and alloyed stainless steel (DIN EN 10 020). Corresponding their application purpose, there is a subdivision into structural, engineering, container, tool, high-speed and bearing steel, or they are characterized by their properties into chemical resistant, non-corrosive, heat-resistant, elevated-temperature, welding-suitable steel, steel with specific physical or magnetic properties or a specific yield strength.
Not rustproof, but simply "Stains Less". An alloy with greater corrosion resistance than ordinary steels.
An alloy composed of steel, chromium (for strength and stain resistance) and nickel (for luster and finish). 18/10 stainless steel means the stainless is 18% chromium and 10% nickel. 18/8: 18% chromium, 8% nickel. Stainless steel flatware and cookware wonâ€(tm)t rust, chip or wear out – and it will never need polishing. In short, itâ€(tm)s simply unbeatable for great looks and easy care.
Stainless steel resists corrosion and has a rich, deep luster. It is particularly used in bathroom and kitchen settings for a clean, contemporary look.
metal used for buckles and d rings on better quality lifejackets.
The metal of choice for high quality watchcases and bracelets, because it is durable and can withstand more wear and tear than brass or gold. It doesn't contain nickel, so it's also hypoallergenic.
A range of stainless steels are available that have varying degrees of resistance to corrosion, containing between 8 and 25% Chromium. Other elements used in Stainless Steel are Nickel and Niobium. Search for stainless steel books on Amazon.co.uk
An iron based steel alloy, stainless steel normally contains less than 20% chromium. While it is hard to work with, stainless steel is extremely durable: it resists corrosion and can hold a long-lasting polish.
Category of steel in which the chrome content is above about 12%, giving resistance to oxidisation and corrosion.
Stainless steel is a corrosion resistant type of alloy steel which contains a minimum of 12 percent chromium.
A steel alloy that is highly resistant to rust and corrosion.
Stainless steel sinks are made of a solid stainless material. They are very durable and virtually immune to rust and corrosion. The gauge measures the thickness of the steel. The lower the gauge, the thicker and stronger the steel. Many stainless steel sinks also are sprayed with a rubber undercoating to provide a sound deadening barrier, eliminate condensation and retain water temperature longer.
a high carbon, low chromium, steel that has proven itself to be the ultimate compromise between toughness and strength, edge holding and resistance to corrosion
Heavy metal used in club construction. Stainless steel clubs have smaller club heads and sweet spots than titanium clubs.
An alloy composed of nickel, chromium and steel. Highly resistant to corrosion.
Low carbon alloy to which approximately 12% chromium has been added to produce outstanding qualities of corrosion resistance, attractiveness, and strength. Recommend to be used in all coping applications because it will not rust after kids grind on it and it slides very well.
Stainless steels are distinguished from carbon steel by their content of chromium and, in certain cases, nickel. Adding chromium to carbon steel makes it more rust and stain-resistant, and adding nickel to chromium stainless steel enhances the mechanical properties of the steel. The resistance of stainless steel to many corrosive factors, such as exposure to water, air, acid and alkalis, is provided by a transparent protective chromium oxide film that forms on its exterior. Stainless steels are manufactured in different types of grade, but all types contain at least 10% chromium, along with other elements added to develop specific properties. Depending on the quantity of the various elements present in a stainless steel alloy, it will have a metallurgical structure that is characteristic of one of three basic stainless steel groups - martenistic, ferritic or austenitic.
strip steel with chromium and often nickel to deter atmospheric corrosion
cutlery grade alloy steel - usually 410 to 440 grade.
Stainless steel is a metal used for expensive restroom fixtures including dispensers, safety bars, countertops and sinks.
A durable metal typically used in creating watch cases and watch bands. A key element to look for when selecting water sports watches.
Any of various steels alloyed with at least 10 percent chromium and sometimes containing other elements and that are resistant to corrosion or rusting associated with exposure to water and moist air.
silver flatware that contains a mixture of chromium and nickel to silver
Steel with chromium and nickel to improve resistance to corrosion. There are many different types of stainless steel available. Eminox typically uses 304 (316 for spark arrestors).
The only stainless that will not rust is used in sinks and hospital fittings. Any stainless that will hold an edge will be subject to humidity, salt and acid fluids. (Stainless means just that when applied to knives, it stains less.)
Iron that has been alloyed with carbon and other materials, and then carefully refined to produce a very strong, hard, and highly corrosion-resistant material. Used in the barrels, caps, and points of many pens.
The term for grades of steel that contain more than 10% chromium, with or without other alloying elements. Stainless steel resists corrosion, maintains its strength at high temperatures, and is easily maintained. For these reasons, it is used widely in items such as automotive and food processing products, as well as medical and health equipment. The most common grades of stainless steel are
The stainless steel frame, turbo tip, schedule 80 coil, and other parts and accessories are made of an alloy of steel chromium and sometimes another element (as nickel or molybdenum) that is practically immune to rusting and ordinary corrosion.
A broad classification of iron-based alloys containing at least 10% chromium, known for excellent corrosion and heat resistance. Austenitic (chrome-nickel) grades contain 18% to 30% chromium and 6% to 20% nickel for enhanced surface quality and formability and increased corrosion and wear resistance. These grades are used in appliances, kitchen utensils, processing equipment and a variety of industrial applications. Ferritic (chrome) grades are non-nickel-bearing and contain 11% to 17% chromium content for greater inherent strength and corrosion resistance than carbon steel. These grades are often used in automotive exhaust systems.
Any of a number of types of iron alloy with chrome, nickel, or other elements that does not oxidize in free air.
A steel alloy with high (12% or more) of Chromium. Generally the more Chromium a particular alloy contains, the more rust or stain resistant it is & the less usfull as a knife blade too. No steel is truly stainless, eventually they'll all rust if you don't take care. For more info on this & other knife steels check Knife Steel FAQ by Joe Talamadge.
Iron-based metal containing chromium that is highly resistant to stain, rust, and corrosion. Certain grades of stainless steel are commonly used to make surgical implants and instruments.
a blend of steel containing chromium, an addition which makes the steel resistant to rusting and tarnishing. The strength of the stainless steel increases with the proportion of nickel in the blend.
A directory of stainless steel fabricators and fabrication; including stainless steel wire and stainless steel pipe.
A Metal alloy which is known for its resistance to rusting. The most common metal used in watch making.
metal of choice used to make high-quality watchcases and bracelets because it is durable, and can withstand more wear and tear than a similar watch in brass or gold. It is also hypoallergenic (does not contain nickel).
As the name implies, this is a special steel alloy that is made more stainless than regular steel, due to higher concentrations of chromium and nickel.
An extremely durable metal alloy (chromium is a main ingredient) that is virtually immune to rust, discoloration and corrosion; it can be highly polished, thus representing a precious metal. Due to this and the importance of white metal jewelry, steel has become a popular setting for diamonds. Because of its strength, stainless steel is often used even on casebacks of watches made of other metals.
A type of steel containing an amount of chromium to give it the ability to resist corrosion, oxidation, and rusting.
Alloy steels containing a high percentage of chromium.
or surgical stainless steel - most people can wear steel jewelry, even those allergic to other metals. typically implant grade, one of two materials acceptable for new/healing piercings.
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An extremely durable alloy of steel and at least 10% chromium (often along with other alloying elements). Stainless steel is able to resist corrosion and maintain its strength even at high temperatures.
Steel that contains at least 10% chromium, and sometimes containing other elements, making it resistant to corrosion. The chromium oxide (CrO) creates a barrier, providing protection from oxygen and moisture, therefore preventing rust formation. Developed for commercial use by Englishman, Harry Brearley.
iron-based alloy containing at least 10% chromium to confer corrosion resistance
also called 18-8 grades contain from 16% to 26% chromium and 6% to 20% nickel, are not hardenable by heat treatment, and are nonmagnetic in the annealed condition
contain low levels of carbon and up 30% chromium
Steel containing chromium that is virtually resistant to rust and corrosion.
Steel containing chromium and is resistant to rust and corrosion.
the type of steel used in cast irons, woods, and hybrids. The better quality grades are 17-4 or 431. Forged irons use Carbon Steel.
(wire) An alloy used in making springs that will not rust. The most common stainless steels are called 302 and 17-7
A dense, extremely durable, and rust-resistant metal, which does not require electroplating. It can be given either a matt or a polished finish or a combination of the two.
A durable, ferrous alloy comprised of a minimum of 10.5% chromium content that gives it the ability to withstand stains, rust and corrosion better than regular steel.
the type of metal most commonly used to manufacture iron heads. This is a very hard and very durable metal.
An steel alloy containing a high percentage of chromium to increase corrosion resistance.
A type of shiny steel that contains chromium, making it resistant to corrosion.
An extremely durable metal alloy (chromium is a main ingredient) that is virtually immune to rust, discoloration and corrosion; it can be highly polished, to look like a precious metal. Because of its strength, stainless steel is often used even on case backs of watches made of other metals.
An alloy of steel that contains a high percentage of chromium. Also may contain nickel or copper. Generally, has very good resistance to corrosion.
Alloy steels containing high percentages of chromium from less than 10% to more than 25%.
The common term "stainless" is misleading. More accurately, it should be called "stain less" because it is not "stain free." In certain environments, any steel with carbon will rust. Stainless steel's corrosion-resistant properties make it a good material for knife blades.
Group of corrosion resistant steels containing at least 10.5% chromium and may contain other alloying elements. These steels resist corrosion and maintain its strength at high temperatures.
Resistant to chemicals and corrosion.
A wide range of alloys based on iron and chromium that give corrosion resistance in most common corrosive environments. The most popular PIM alloys are 300 series that contain high nickel levels, 400 series that have little nickel, and precipitation hardened alloys such as 17-4 PH.
Can be defined as a group of corrosion resisting steels containing a minimum 10% chromium and in which varying amounts of nickel, molybdenum, titanium, niobium as well as other elements may be present. An Englishman, Harry Brearley, is generally acknowledged to be the pioneer who developed stainless steels for commercial use.
A highly corrosion resistant steel alloy containing either chromium, nickel, or copper.
Steel that contains a minimum of 12-1/2-13% chromium, making it resistant (not stain-proof) to corrosion. The chromium oxide "CrO" creates a barrier to oxygen and moisture, preventing rust formation.
Corrosion resistant steel of a wide variety, but always containing a high percentage of chromium. These steels are highly resistant to corrosion attack by organic acids, weak mineral acids, atmospheric oxidation, and other corroding materials.
Hard steel alloyed with high percentage of chromium. Resists rusting in sea water.
A material which resists staining from minerals. Most grades are impervious to rusting. 316-grade stainless steel is best. Used in many heaters.
One of the two principal metals used in cookware, extremely durable, smooth and scratch-resistant.
A highly durable chromium alloy steel practically immune to rusting and ordinary corrosion. Extremely popular for flatware, also used in hollowware. 18% chromium with 8% nickel is the most common of higher grade compositions.
An extremely durable metal alloy (chromium is a main ingredient) that is virtually immune to rust, discoloration, and corrosion; it can be highly polished, thus resembling a precious metal. Stainless steel is often used even on case backs on watches made of other metals and is the metal of choice used to make high quality watchcases and bracelets . It is also hypoallergenic because it doesn't contain nickel.
An alloy of steel with chromium and sometimes other elements that is resistant to rust and corrosion.
Any variety of steel alloys designed for corrosion resistance. The different varieties - primarily 316 grade - are used to manufacture high-pressure, chemically-resistant HPLC fittings and tubing.
An iron-based alloy containing 10.5%, or more, of chromium. By the addition of other alloying elements to this basic ferritic alloy, such as Ni, C, N and Mo, a variety of different grades of stainless steel, namely austenitic, martensitic duplex and precipitation-hardened can be produced.
An extremely durable alloy of steel and chromium which can be polished to resemble a precious metal and is virtually immune to rust, discoloration and corrosion. Stainless steel rings are very popular.
Resistant against acids contained in perspiration and salt water.
Corrosion resistant steel of a wide variety, but always containing a high percentage of chromium. Stainless steel is highly resistant to corrosion attack by organic acids, weak mineral acids and atmospheric oxidation.
There are many different grades of stainless steel, but almost all stainless steel blades contain a large amount of high carbon, so none are completely "stainless". All are subject to corrosion from body acid, humidity, salt, etc. The term has come to mean that the steel has less carbon and more cromium, and thus will stain less than most other steels.
A wide range of steels containing chromium or chromium and nickel, exhibiting high resistance to corrosion.
Multi-component alloys of iron, carbon (low), silicon, chromium, nickel, and manganese. Stainless steels are extremely corrosion resistant.
A corrosion-resistant steel alloy containing nickel and/or chrome in combination with small amounts of other elements.
In metallurgy, stainless steel is defined as a ferrous alloy with a minimum of 10.5% chromium content. The name originates from the fact that stainless steel does not stain, corrode or rust as easily as ordinary steel. This material is also called corrosion resistant steel when it is not detailed exactly to its alloy type and grade, particularly in the aviation industry.