Corrosion is the gradual erosion of a stainless metal by a chemical, affecting its mechanical, appearance and sealing properties. Although stainless steels are preferred for their resistance to corrosion, they cannot resist it.
Corrosion is the gradual erosion of a stainless metal by a chemical, affecting its mechanical, appearance and sealing properties. Although stainless steels are preferred for their resistance to corrosion, they cannot resist it.
Carbon is a non-metallic but important alloying element in all ferrous metals. It is always present in stainless steel and high temperature resistant metallic alloys.
Stainless steel is the name given to iron alloys containing at least 12% Cr. Stainless steel, which forms a thin protective layer of chromium oxide when chromium interacts with oxygen, is preferred for its excellent resistance to corrosion.