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Why do you use stainless steel screws on a cedar fence?

Stainless steel does not corrode like other metals do. because of the tannic acid in cedar and the fact that it will be outdoors stainless steel will resist corrision much better.


Are socket wrenches made out of stainless steel?

Typically, no. Stainless steel is a very weak steel compared to other types. Your cheaper socket wrenches will typically be made out of chrome-vanadium. Higher-end models will use some form of tool steel.


What glue should you use to attach plastic to stainless steel?

Epoxy is the best one.


Which electrode is used to weld stainless steel to carbon steel?

It depends on the type of stainless steel. Stainless steels come in various compositions and are identified by numbers and letters. Electrodes should be chosen that match these. For example when welding 316 stainless use type 316 electrodes. In a lot of situations you can safely use the next higher number. 304 stainless can be welded with 308 electrodes, 308 stainless with 310 electrodes. 309 electrodes are generally used to weld stainless to carbon steel.


How much does a gram of stainless steel cost?

Stainless steel is not actually a type of metal, but the name for a group of metals that share similar characteristics. Essentially any steel with a minimum of 10% chromium The correct name for stainless steel is "corrosion resistant steel" it can be marked by rusting in specific circumstances, it gets its name because it just "Stains less". Different grades of stainless steel (the grade describes exactly which metals, and in what quantities, they add into the mix when they initially make the metal) are used for specific purposes: * There is a grade of stainless used in maritime applications that resists attack by sea water. * There is a grade of stainless steel known as '440 stainless' originally developed specifically to make scalpel blades for surgeons, whilst difficult to sharpen by hand, this has an ability to hold its edge, and is often used in general knife making. * There are other grades used for general medical purposes, for making tools, bowls etc, these are great, as they can be used, cleaned, heated up to kill all bacteria, then packaged up ready for use the next time in sterile wrappings. * The chemical industry uses a lot of stainless steel, that can do things like withstand acid attacks or take superheated liquids. * The food industry also uses a lot of stainless steel in the manufacture of its products, again its ability to be cleaned down is of great use here. * The list goes on, stainless steel pans in the home, stainless steel nuts and bolts in your car etc etc So with all these different grades of stainless steel, which specific grade do you want a price on? some of the stainless steels are relatively inexpensive, yet others are extremely expensive.

Related questions

Can you weld steel to stainless steel?

Yep, you can weld steel to stainless and you can weld stainless to steel. You can use steel or stainless welding rod in either case but the steel or steel welding rod will of course rust.


Can you use a stainless steel pot to brine a turkey?

Yes, stainless steel is fine with this process.


What stainless steel is used in most bladed weapons?

440 Stainless. However, a good weapon will never use stainless steel.


Why do you use stainless steel rather than normal steel?

Stainless Steel is used because it has an higher corrosion resistance over normal steel.


What is the most common use for stainless steel bolts?

The most common use for stainless steel bolts is to hold parts together. You may find stainless steel bolts in use on such common household features as plumbing, woodworking and more.


What is a stainless steel welding rod?

Easy. A rod or electrode used in welding stainless steel. Or to "clad" a surface with stainless steel. (Nothing more than laying down a layer or layers of stainless.) MIG wire also comes in stainless steel. Their are different types of stainless steel and rods/wire/electrodes to use on them.


I need to find information on the passivation process for stainless steel. Where should I look?

There is an explanation of passivation and the use of passivation at PF Online Passivation of Stainless Steel. Try the guide to passivation of stainless steel at the British Stainless Steel Association. It discusses the use of nitric acid and citric acid treatments.


What filler metal is used to weld 308 stainless steel to 316 stainless steel material?

You can use the 308 or 316.


What is the safety of stainless steel near food?

since you can use stainless steel surgical knives I think its pretty safe


What is the value of a 1943 stainless steel penny?

Just regular steel, not stainless steel. That metal was too hard for use in coins back in 1943.


Where did the stainless steel coffee press originate?

The stainless steel coffee press originated in Italy. It was designed by Italian designer Attilio Calimani. The stainless steel coffee press is easy to use.


Why did they switch from brass bronze hardware such as doorknobs to stainless steel hardware in hospitals?

Stainless steel won't tarnish or rust. It is more cost effective now to use a cheaper metal and coat it with stainless steel. Some hardware is brass coated with stainless steel.