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Chromium: 16-18,5 %

Nickel: 10-14 %

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Q: What is the composition of chromium and nickel in stainless steel 316?
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What is the elements of stainless steel?

nickel,iron,chromium,manganese


Why stainless steel doesn't rust?

Stainless steel is coated in a Zinc Chromium alloy which oxidises and creates a protective layer covering the steel and preventing it from rusting. stainless steel doesn't corrode because it's coated in chromium nickel.


What would happen if steel-makers forgot to add enough chromium and nickel to a batch of stainless steel?

Then the finished product would not be stainless steel.


What is waterproof alloy made of?

It is stainless steel. It contains iron,nickel,carbon and chromium.


What metals are found in stainless steel?

The main components in stainless steel are iron and nickel, for different grades or types of stainless steel there are other components added as well in order for it to meet particular standards. In metallurgy, stainless steel, is also known as inox steel, or inox.