Stainless Steel Information

Stainless Steel Information Stainless Steel is the name given to a wide range of steels which have the characte- ristics of greatly enhanced corrosion resistance over conventional mild and alloy The enhanced corrosion resistance of stainless steel essentially comes from the addition of at least 11% chromium, however most stainless steels commonly contain around 18% chromium. Other significant alloying elements include nickel and for superior corrosion resistant properties, molybdenum. For ACO Marine applications, the principal properties of stainless steel may be ■ Durable and corrosion resistant...

Stainless steels must oxidise in order to form the passive, chromium-rich oxide film. Stainless steels have a very strong tendency to passivate and only a small amount of oxidising agents are needed for passivation - air and water are sufficient to passivate stainless steels and indeed, this oxide film is spontaneously regenerated when An important factor to note is that the passive film is self healing, so when the material is cut or machined or, should chemical or mechanical damage occur, the passive film will 'heal' or re-passivate in oxidising environments spontaneously - unlike a painted...

Material Resistance Chart The resistance information contained within this table is indicative only. All data is based on reactions noted at an ambient temperature of 20 °C. Higher tem- peratures will generally reduce the corrosion Please contact ACO if guarantees are required of specific material suitability. We shall arrange for tests to be undertaken with the reagent to establish the chemical Suitable. However, contact ACO

Czech Republic E-mail.: [email protected] Karl Dzluk E-mail: [email protected] © November 2007 ACO Marine. All reasonable care has been taken in compiling the information in this document. All recommendations and suggestions on the use of ACO products are made without guarantee since the conditions of use are beyond the control of the Company. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that each product is fit for its intended purpose and that the actual conditions of use are suitable. This brochure and any advice is provided by ACO Marine free of charge and accordingly on terms that no...