Different Properties of Stainless Steel
Posted by Admin on October, 31, 2011
Stainless Steel is one of the most commonly used Metal Alloys. Due to its excellent properties, Stainless Steel is ideal for use in various applications such as constructing buildings and making cookware, surgical instruments, hardware, cutlery, etc. Stainless Steel is made from minimum 11% Chromium.
There are certain properties of Stainless Steel that make it suitable for use in various applications. Some of the properties are:
Corrosion Resistance:
The presence of Chromium in Stainless Steel prevents it from getting corroded. Chromium reacts with oxygen and an adherent invisible layer of chromium oxide is formed on its surface. When the element of Nickel gets added to it in case of excessive use, it results in further enhancing the corrosion resistant properties of Stainless Steel. Also, various other alloying metals such as Copper, Titanium, Vanadium, etc. are added to improve the structure and properties of Stainless Steel.
Ductility:
Stainless Steel is also known for its ductility. The ductility of the Stainless Steel is measured by percentage elongation. The hardness of the Stainless Steel shows its resistance to penetration. Also, the heat tolerance of Stainless Steel varies with different type of steel.
Physical Properties:
Other than the above mentioned properties of Stainless Steel, there are some physical properties as well.
Some Of The Physical Properties Of Stainless Steel Are:
Before selecting the type of Stainless Steel, it should be taken care of that the Steel is corrosion resistant, tough, ductile, resistant to sulfidation and resistant to oxidation. Also it should have magnetic properties, cryogenic strength, elevated temperature strength, electrical resistivity, thermal conductivity, surface finishing, resistance to erosions and abrasion, resistance to seizing and galling. The buyer should also ensure that the Stainless Steel product is obtained from certified Manufacturer and Supplier in the industry.
There are certain properties of Stainless Steel that make it suitable for use in various applications. Some of the properties are:
Corrosion Resistance:
The presence of Chromium in Stainless Steel prevents it from getting corroded. Chromium reacts with oxygen and an adherent invisible layer of chromium oxide is formed on its surface. When the element of Nickel gets added to it in case of excessive use, it results in further enhancing the corrosion resistant properties of Stainless Steel. Also, various other alloying metals such as Copper, Titanium, Vanadium, etc. are added to improve the structure and properties of Stainless Steel.
Ductility:
Stainless Steel is also known for its ductility. The ductility of the Stainless Steel is measured by percentage elongation. The hardness of the Stainless Steel shows its resistance to penetration. Also, the heat tolerance of Stainless Steel varies with different type of steel.
Physical Properties:
Other than the above mentioned properties of Stainless Steel, there are some physical properties as well.
Some Of The Physical Properties Of Stainless Steel Are:
- It has high strength and hardness
- It has magnetic permeability
- Stainless Steel remains tough at cryogenic temperatures
- It is not a good conductor of heat and electricity
- It is resistant to corrosion
- It does not get oxidized easily
- It can retain its strength and resistivity towards oxidation and corrosion even at high temperature
- It possesses high ductile strength. It can be easily shaped or bent easily in various forms
Before selecting the type of Stainless Steel, it should be taken care of that the Steel is corrosion resistant, tough, ductile, resistant to sulfidation and resistant to oxidation. Also it should have magnetic properties, cryogenic strength, elevated temperature strength, electrical resistivity, thermal conductivity, surface finishing, resistance to erosions and abrasion, resistance to seizing and galling. The buyer should also ensure that the Stainless Steel product is obtained from certified Manufacturer and Supplier in the industry.
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