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Stainless Steel Marine & Boat Hardware
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WELD ON LASHING RINGS
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STAINLESS TRAILER H/W
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WEBBING
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SPEC
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RAILING & BIMINI PARTS
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STAINLESS STEEL CHAIN
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STAINLESS STEEL FASTNERS
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HINGES & HASPS
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DECK HARDWARE
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STAINLESS STEEL ANCHORS
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TURNBUCKLES
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STAINLESS STEEL PAD EYES
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HOOKS & CLIPS
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LIGHTING & ELECTRICAL
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ARCHITECTURAL STAINLESS
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STAINLESS STEEL CABLE
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What’s the difference between 304 and 316 stainless steel?
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TYPE 316 STAINLESS STEEL
Type 316 stainless steel is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless and heat-resisting steel with superior corrosion resistance as compared to other chromium-nickel steels when exposed to many types of chemical corrodents such as sea water, brine solutions, and the like. Since Type 316 stainless steel alloy contains molybdenum bearing it has a greater resistance to chemical attack than 304. Type 316 is durable, easy-to-fabricate, clean, weld and finish. It is considerably more resistant to solutions of sulfuric acid, chlorides, bromides, iodides and fatty acids at high temperature. Stainless steels containing molybdenum are required in the manufacture of certain pharmaceuticals in order to avoid excessive metallic contamination. The bottom line is that Type 316 stainless steel costs a little more upfront but you could save a whole lot on the back end – especially if your enclosure is going to be used outdoors.
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TYPE 304 STAINLESS STEEL
Type 304, with its chromium-nickel content and low carbon, is the most versatile and widely used of the austenitic stainless steels. Its alloys are all modifications of the 18% chromium, 8% nickel austenitic alloy. Type 304 proves to be resistant to oxidation, corrosion, and durability. All provide ease of fabrication and cleaning, prevention of product contamination offer a variety of finishes and appearances. Type 304 stainless steels are used in corrosion resistant electrical enclosures, auto molding and trim, wheel covers, kitchen equipment, hose clamps, exhaust manifolds, stainless hardware, storage tanks, pressure vessels and piping.
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STAINLESS Vs. GAVANIZED
Both stainless and galvanized steels prevent corrosion by forming a “sacrificial” layer of protective oxides. Stainless forms an almost invisible layer of chromium oxide and galvanized forms a (comparatively) thick layer of zinc oxide, according the Metallurgical Consultants website.
Eventually, the galvanized steel’s zinc oxide coating will wear away, leaving it vulnerable to corrosives and weather. Stainless steel contains chromium all the way through, so its protective layer is continually replenished.
Stainless has a shiny finish with a deep luster, and can also be finished with different grits to give different appearances. Galvanized material is always gray and lacks any shine.
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STAINLESS STEEL ELEMENTS
There are 5 primary elements in Stainless Steel. Chromium, Nickle, Molybdenum, Carbon and Iron. The purpose of this article is to explain the purpose of each element and what they contribute to the Stainless Steel.
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