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Yuxin (Tianjin) International Trade Co., Ltd. is a steel agent. The main business of our company is: medium and thick plates, ductile cast iron pipe, seamless pipes, deformed bars, etc. from steel plants such as Angang, Hangang, Wugang, Nangang, Shagang and other steel plants, as well as a variety of steel related products. We can customize boards and building materials of various specifications, sizes and materials for customers.

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Introduction of Stainless Steel

Stainless steel, also known as inox, corrosion-resistant steel (CRES) and rustless steel, is an alloy of iron that is resistant to rusting and corrosion. It contains at least 10.5% chromium and usually nickel, as well as 0.2 to 2.11% carbon. Stainless steel's resistance to corrosion results from the chromium, which forms a passive film that can protect the material and self-heal in the presence of oxygen.
The alloy's properties, such as luster and resistance to corrosion, are useful in many applications. Stainless steel can be rolled into sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing. These can be used in cookware, cutlery, surgical instruments, major appliances, vehicles, construction material in large buildings, industrial equipment (e.g., in paper mills, chemical plants, water treatment), and storage tanks and tankers for chemicals and food products.
The biological cleanability of stainless steel is superior to both aluminium and copper, and comparable to glass. Its cleanability, strength, and corrosion resistance have prompted the use of stainless steel in pharmaceutical and food processing plants.
Different types of stainless steel are labeled with an AISI three-digit number. The ISO 15510 standard lists the chemical compositions of stainless steels of the specifications in existing ISO, ASTM, EN, JIS, and GB standards in a useful interchange table.

Types of Stainless Steel

Austenitic Stainless Steel

There are two main characteristics of this type of stainless steel. First, there is a lot of chromium included during the production of austenitic stainless steel. Items produced with this material are more corrosion-resistant. Second, these items tend to be non-magnetic, although they can become magnetic with a cold forming process. These are the most common types of stainless steel alloys.

Ferritic Stainless Steel

This type of stainless steel is the second most common type of alloy and is also magnetic. Items produced with this alloy can be hardened through cold forming and also tend to be less expensive than other types due to the lower nickel content.

Martensitic Stainless Steel

This material is the least common type of stainless steel alloy. Martensitic stainless steel is used in applications where high tensile strength is needed or a lot of impact resistance. In many cases, this material is also combined with a protective polymer coating to improve corrosion-resistance.

Duplex (Ferritic-Austenitic) Stainless Steels

This category of stainless steel derives its name “duplex” from its composition; it is made of half austenite and half delta-ferrite. These stainless steel alloys have better corrosion resistance, especially against chloride pitting, and higher tensile strength than standard austenitic stainless steels. Due to their physical properties and chemical resistance, duplex stainless steels are used widely in the oil and gas industry for pipework systems or as pipelines and pressure vessels in the petrochemicals industry.

Precipitation-Hardening (PH) Stainless Steels

This category of stainless steel is comprised of durable, corrosion-resistant alloys with exceptional strength. They can be treated to yield strengths three to four times that of standard austenitic stainless steel. They are most commonly used in the aerospace, nuclear, and oil and gas industries.

Stainless Steel Grades

Within families, you’ll find various grades that help to describe specific properties of the alloy such as toughness, magnetism, corrosion resistance and alloy composition.

Older grades often feature a three-digit identifier established by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).
However, you might also see grades in North America identified using a six-character identifier set by the and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).
These are known as Unified Number System (UNS) identifiers. You can find a full list of common identifiers here.
In many cases, UNS identifiers share the same first three numbers as their AISI equivalent.

But there’s also grading systems created by

British Standards (BS)
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS)
European Standard (EN)
German Standard (DIN)
Chinese Standard (GB)

Due to the sheer number of different standards and grading systems, it can be difficult to obtain much information about a given alloys unique composition from it’s grade.

For example, 304 stainless steel by the SAE standard might also be graded as:

EN number: 1.4305
EN name: X8CrNiN18-9
UNS: S30400
DIN: X5CrNi18-9, X5CrNi18-10, X5CrNi19-9
BS: 304S 15, 304S 16, 304S 18, 304S 25, En58E
JIS: SUS 304, SUS 304-CSP
However, to receive a given grade designation, the alloy must adhere to a strict set of requirements set forth by the organization maintaining the standard.

In the case of the common SAE standards, 304 stainless steel must contain:

18% to 20% Chromium
8% to 10.5% Nickel
0.08% Carbon
2% Manganese
0.75% Silicon
0.045% Phosphorus
0.03% Sulfur
0.1% Nitrogen

Properties of Stainless Steel

Corrosion Resistance
One of the best and most well-known characteristics of stainless steel is that it is extremely corrosion resistant. The addition of chromium content was the key component that gave stainless steel this quality and was seen as the major breakthrough in its development. Stainless steel has evolved a great deal since then with many different types/grades available. We typically use 316-grade stainless steel which also contains 3% molybdenum. This further strengthens its resistance to corrosion against industrial acids, alkaline solutions and makes it particularly resilient in high saline environments (i.e. those by the sea). This founding characteristic has made it highly applicable all over the world.

Fire and Heat Resistance
The resilience of stainless steel as a material is a common theme throughout this blog and its resistance to fire and heat is an integral part of that. Stainless steel has this attribute because of its oxidation resistance, even at high temperatures. This enables it to retain its strength under harsh and extreme temperature conditions very effectively. Chromium again plays an important role in this respect and makes stainless steel a great choice with fire resistance and fire prevention in mind. It’s a material that outperforms the likes of galvanised steel and aluminium in this regard.

Hygiene
A benefit of stainless steel that might not immediately come to mind, but is particularly true and important, relates to hygiene. Stainless steel is an extremely hygienic material due to the fact that it is extremely easy to clean and sanitise. Its smooth, sheen-like and non-porous surface means that the likes of dirt, grime and bacteria struggle to establish themselves on its exterior. When they do, they can very easily be wiped away. The ease of this cleaning and maintenance makes stainless steel an excellent choice in environments where strong hygiene is vital. This is why professional kitchens are made almost exclusively of stainless steel and why you’ll see it relied on heavily in hospitals, laboratories, factories etc.

Impact Resistance and Strength
Stainless steel is an extremely tough and highly durable material with high impact resistance. Part of the reason for this is that stainless steel has low susceptibility to brittleness at high and low temperatures. Not only does this mean that the material will retain its shape, but it means at its melting point it can be more easily welded, cut, fabricated etc as we do in the manufacture of balustrades for example. Interestingly, it’s also a material that’s commonly used in cryogenic applications given its strength in cold working conditions showing again just how strong a material it is.

Aesthetic Appearance
Another reason why many turn to stainless steel is somewhat superficial but not less valid and that’s to do with its aesthetic appearance. Ever since its creation, stainless steel has been seen as an elegant, attractive and modern material. Many see it as a material that has a brightness that resonates with a sense of purity. It is also a material that has stood the test of time and if anything, has become more and more popular as a functional and ornamental choice in residences and commercial properties around the world. It is also a material that complements and works well with most other materials, styles and colours.

Sustainability
Another benefit that doesn’t get a lot of attention when it comes to stainless steel but one that is very important as a global issue is the fact that it’s a highly sustainable choice. Stainless steel is typically created from about 70% scrap metal meaning its foundations come from that which isn’t being used. Furthermore, it’s 100% recyclable in its original form which means it can be repurposed should it cease to serve its original function. It won’t leach toxic chemicals like some other materials during the recycling process and doing so, reduces the need for mining the rarer elements that play an important role in the creation of stainless steel.

Long Term Value
When you consider the longevity of stainless steel as well as all the other factors mentioned above, the total life cycle cost of the material stacks up well. Its increasing prevalence in our society has increased competition from suppliers meaning pricing has been as competitive as it’s ever been. This, coupled with the fact that the maintenance cost for stainless steel is extremely low, means you’ll get great returns when choosing it as your material of choice. Given we’ve also just mentioned that it’s 100% recyclable means that it is really hard to lose out on stainless steel as a solution.

Applications and Uses of Stainless Steel

Construction
Strength, resistance and flexibility, together with ‘green credentials’ make stainless steel a vital material in the building trade and wider construction industry. It features in both residential and commercial construction due to its weldability, easy maintenance and attractive finish. Stainless steel is used internally on items as diverse as sinks and handrails. Externally, it’s very popular from a structural point of view, including as cladding on high impact buildings.

Aerospace & MoD
The aerospace and defence industries value stainless steel for its strength, durability and ability to withstand extreme temperatures. It’s the ideal material for diverse applications, from parts to actual structure and frame-work.

Medical Technology
Stainless steel is the preferred material in sterile environments because it is easy to clean and resistant to corrosion. It’s used in the production of a wide range of medical equipment, including surgical and dental instruments. It’s also a key component in theatre furniture, MRI scanners, cannulas, and steam sterilisers. Most surgical implants (eg replacement joints and artificial hips) are made from stainless steel, as are pins and plates to repair broken bones.

Food & Catering
Because it doesn’t affect the flavour of food, stainless steel is ideal for food production and kitchen accessories, such as cookware and cutlery. Its resistance to corrosion makes it idea for use with acidic food stuffs while its sterile properties keep bacteria at bay.

Architectural Design
Stainless steel’s aesthetic qualities combined with its weldability, strength and durability make it a highly valuable material in modern architecture. A variety of finishes can be specified, such as brushed, polished and matt. It can be engraved and tinted, and its easy maintenance means it continues to look good.

Storage Tanks
Stainless steel tanks are regularly used to hold corrosive substances such as chemicals, gases, and many other bulk materials, including food and water. It doesn’t add any flavor or smell to foods and water, which is another advantage.

Civil Engineering
Stainless steel possesses similar desired properties of usual steel but eliminates disadvantages like corrosion. As a result, stainless steel has become increasingly popular as a construction material.

Power Plants
A power generation plant requires materials that endure high temperatures and extreme pressure. That’s why stainless steel is an obvious choice in heat exchangers, reactor tanks, pressure tubes, transformer enclosures, and more.

Shipbuilding Industry
Duplex stainless steel is used to construct the cargo tanks while the austenitic grade is used for inland navigation tankers. Duplex stainless steel is being used in shipbuilding increasingly thanks to its mechanical efficiency.

Chemical Industry
Chemical plants expose metals and equipment to an extremely harsh environment. Stainless steel offers the best solution to withstand corrosion elements.

The Manufacturing Process: How to Make Stainless Steel

Melting the Raw Materials
The different stainless steel materials are placed in a furnace (typically an electric furnace for modern stainless steel manufacturing applications) and heated to their melting point, this process can take anywhere between 8 and 12 hours. Once the metal is molten, stainless steel manufacturing can proceed to the next step.

Removal of Excess Carbon
The molten material placed into a vacuum oxygen decarburization (VOD) or argon oxygen decarburization (AOD) system to remove excess carbon. Depending on how much carbon is removed, this process could result in a standard or a low-carbon variant of the alloy—for example, 304 versus 304L stainless steel. This can affect the tensile strength and hardness of the final product.

Tuning or Stirring
To help fine-tune the quality of the final product, the molten steel may be stirred to help distribute and/or remove specific stainless steel components from the mixture. This helps to ensure that the stainless steel is of uniform quality and will meet the specifications required by end users (like Marlin Steel).

Forming the Metal
As the stainless steel begins to cool, it is put through a variety of forming processes - starting with hot rolling while the steel is still above its crystallization temperature. Hot rolling helps get the steel into a rough shape, and is often used to create billets or blooms of metal. To create metal blooms or billets of precise dimensions, the stainless steel may be cold rolled.

Heat Treatment/Annealing
To relieve internal stresses and alter the stainless steel’s mechanical properties, it may be annealed (heated and cooled under controlled conditions). If annealed, the steel may need to be descaled so the protective oxide layer isn’t compromised.

Cutting and Shaping
After the annealing process, stainless steel is put through a variety of cutting and shaping processes to create an ideal final product for the application. The specific operations used to cut the stainless steel will vary depending on the size and shape of the billet/bloom and the desired final product. For example, the steel may be cut mechanically with large metal shears if making thick metal plates. Meanwhile, CNC punch or laser cutting machines may be used to cut shapes out of thinner metal sheets.

Applying Surface Finishes
The stainless steel manufacturer may apply different surface finishes to their stainless steel billets, blooms, or wires before shipping them to other manufacturers. The specific finish applied will vary depending on the steel’s intended use—but one of the most common surface finishes is simply grinding down the surface to remove impurities and make it smoother.

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Q: What's the difference between stainless and regular steel?

A: Unlike ordinary steel, stainless steel isn't prone to corrosion, rusting, or staining with exposure to water. But this isn't to say it's completely stain-proof. In areas with low oxygen, high salinity, or poor air circulation, stainless steel is vulnerable to staining.
Similar to ordinary steel, stainless steel is a poor conductor of electricity (especially when compared to a material such as copper with higher electrical conductivity).

Q: What are stainless steel products and applications?

A: Most often, stainless steel is used for applications requiring steel's unique properties and corrosion resistance. You will find this alloy milled into coils, sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing. Here are some examples of common stainless steel uses:

Culinary uses
Kitchen sinks
Cutlery
Cookware
Surgical tools and medical equipment
Hemostats
Surgical implants
Temporary crowns (dentistry)
Architecture (pictured above: Chrysler Building)
Bridges
Monuments and sculptures
Airport roofs
Automotive and aerospace applications
Auto bodies
Rail cars
Aircraft

Q: Is stainless steel corrosion-resistant?

A: Stainless steel in the 300 series is resistant to weaker bases like ammonium hydroxide - even in high concentrations and at high temperatures. However, these same steels, when exposed to stronger bases like sodium hydroxide, are vulnerable to etching and cracking. While stainless steel is often unaffected in damp or acidic environments, other metals in those environments often experience galvanic corrosion.

Q: What is the composition of stainless steel?

A: Stainless steel composition varies according to its intended use. Like steel itself, it’s an alloy which always consists of different materials. For example, a minimum of 11% chromium is what makes steel corrosion-resistant and, therefore, ‘stainless’. There are hundreds of different grades of stainless steel, each covered by national and international standards. These grades refer to the various mechanical and physical properties of stainless steel which are dependent upon the presence of elements such as chromium, nickel, molybdenum, titanium and niobium. On contact with oxygen, a chromium oxide layer is formed on the surface of the steel. This passive layer protects the steel, giving it the unique ability to repair itself.

Q: What are benefits of stainless steel?

A: Strength: A fundamental property of stainless steel is its strength. It remains incredibly strong at very high or low temperatures, making it a highly sought after metal for demand applications like aviation.
Easy to clean: As it is one of the most hygienic materials, its use in catering and medical applications is suitable. It doesn’t support the growth of bacteria and is easy to clean and sterilize, hence is low maintenance. It can be cleaned using a swab and an all-purpose cleaner, making it beneficial for use in kitchens and hospitals.
Aesthetics: Strength is not the only property of stainless steel. It also looks great which is why it is commonly featured in architecture. It adds a sleek and contemporary look to classic and modern spaces, without compromising on functionality.
Corrosion resistance: Stainless steel can fend off rust and water stains as it is highly resistant to corrosion. This is why stainless steel applications extend to outdoor as well as indoor applications at various pressure and temperature extremes. This property of stainless steel comes from the addition of chromium to the metal, which when exposed to oxygen, creates a fine film over the steel to protect it.
Recyclable: Most of the stainless steel is made from recycled steel. Impressively, its qualities do not deteriorate once the metal is recycled, allowing it to be reused continuously and benefit the environment.

Q: What is stainless steel used for?

A: Stainless steel is used in hundreds of industries including domestic, architectural, transport, medical, food and drink, and pharmaceutical. Its durability and strength make it ideal for everything from surgical instruments to industrial piping.
There are few industries where you won’t find stainless steel, and it is by far the most popular non-magnetic material option in commercial construction.

Q: What is stainless steel made of?

A: Stainless steel is a low-carbon steel alloy containing an average of 18% chromium along with varying amounts of silicon and manganese. Chromium gives the steel its durability by hardening and increasing its corrosion resistance in high-heat or oxygenated environments. In some grades, nickel and molybdenum are also present to further increase corrosion resistance.

Q: What are the types of stainless steel?

A: Stainless steel is divided into five primary categories - all of which come in a variety of grades. The most popular are the 300 and 400 series. The five basic types of stainless steel are:
Ferritic: Chromium-based with less than 0.10% carbon. Limited in use.
Austenitic: The most common type of stainless steel with the addition of nickel, manganese, and nitrogen to increase weldability and formability.
Martensitic: Similar to ferritic, but with a higher carbon concentration. It has high strength but lacks the corrosion resistance of austenitic steel.
Duplex: Approximately 50% ferritic and 50% austenitic. It's known for its high strength and resistance but is fragile during welding.
Precipitation Hardening (PH): Comparable to austenitic steels given extremely high strength, with the additions of copper, niobium, and aluminum over an ‘aging’ heat treatment.

Q: Will stainless steel rust?

A: Despite being known for its extremely corrosion-resistant features, stainless steel is prone to rust in certain circumstances. Although rusty metals are often a result of water exposure, stainless steel will also rust from exposure to damaging chemicals, saline, grease, or prolonged exposure to heat.

Q: What is the main ingredient in stainless steel?

A: Like all other kinds of steel, stainless steel is made primarily from iron and carbon in a two-step process. What makes stainless steel different is the addition of chromium (Cr) and other alloying elements such as nickel (Ni) to create a corrosion-resistant product.

Q: What is so special about stainless steel?

A: It is the addition of chromium that gives the steel its unique stainless, corrosion-resisting properties. The chromium content of the steel allows the formation of a tough, adherent, invisible, corrosion-resisting chromium oxide film on the steel surface.

Q: How long does stainless steel last?

A: Stainless steel retains its integrity for over 50 years. The metal can take 100 to 1,000 years to completely breakdown into natural elements.

Q: Will stainless steel turn green?

A: Stainless steel turning green breaks down to its chemical process. In short, it can turn green if the components do not contain enough chromium. To see if your stainless steel will turn green, you need to look at the ingredients of your stainless steel.

Q: Is stainless steel is waterproof?

A: Yes! Stainless steel jewelry will not only resist tap water; it can also withstand rain and many types of liquids. So, if you accidentally get it wet, wipe it off. The only thing you should avoid is wearing your stainless steel jewelry while swimming in sulfur baths.

Q: Why do people prefer stainless steel?

A: Solid and Enduring: People prefer stainless steel instead of the staining or chippable coating of the more widely used "non-stick" cookware because it resists rust and doesn't chip. It has a longer lifespan that can last many years.

Q: How can you tell if stainless steel is good?

A: So the “magnet test” is to take a magnet to your stainless steel cookware, and if it sticks, it's “safe”—indicating no nickel present—but if it doesn't stick, then it's not safe, and contains nickel (which is an austenite steel).

Q: Does stainless steel damage gold?

A: Stainless steel will not cause damage to a gold ring, though gold rings should always be worn on the outside of the finger or hand. The reason for this is that gold is a metal that can be scratched and dented, and if it is worn on the inside of the finger or hand it can bang against other objects and get damaged.

Q: Is stainless steel costly?

A: Stainless steels are generally more expensive than carbon steels, despite the fact that prices vary depending on the grade. This is primarily owing to the addition of alloying elements such as chromium, nickel, manganese, and others to stainless steel.

Q: What are the 5 groups of stainless steel?

A: These groups are austenitic, ferritic, martensitic, duplex, and precipitation-hardening. Whether you are purchasing sanitary pipe valves, sanitary valves and fittings, sanitary clamps, or something else, knowing your types of stainless steel is important.

Q: Will 316 stainless steel rust?

A: 316 stainless steel stands up to corrosion better than 304 and its other counterparts. It even stands up to corrosion from some very harsh chemicals. This allows it to be used in highly acidic or caustic environments that would eat other metals away.

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