Stainless steel: history of invention, properties, applications

Stainless steel is one of the most common alloy alloys, which has impeccable operational properties: corrosion resistance, strength and durability. Thanks to these and many other qualities, this metal is widely used all over the world.

Stainless steel was invented by an English research metallurgist at the beginning of the last century (according to the official version – Harry Brearley). The laboratory he headed was mainly engaged in the study and creation of alloys for casting gun barrels.

In the process of experimental studies with high heat-resistant characteristics and characteristics of high strength, a fairly large number of unsuccessful samples were created (all of them were stored in the warehouse of the laboratory). However, the scientists noted that one blank, cast more than a month ago, is not subject to corrosion – there was no rust formation, and the appearance retained its originality. The alloy was characterized by a high chromium content.

Classification of “stainless steel”: main features

Depending on the properties of the alloy, stainless steel is divided into several main groups, namely:

• corrosion-resistant (stainless) have significant indicators of resistance to the negative effects of electrochemical and chemical corrosion;
• heat-resistant (scaling-resistant) have excellent characteristics in terms of resistance to the destructive effects of gas environments at temperatures above 500 degrees;
• heat-resistant are ideal for use in a loaded state at tremendous temperatures.

According to the chemical composition, this type of steel is divided into two most common classes: iron-nickel and nickel-based. Stainless steel is marked in the form of letters that indicate the elements included in its composition (for example, M – molybdenum, D – copper, E – selenium, B – tungsten).

Stainless steel: main advantages

• high strength – resistance to mechanical influences;
• impeccable hygiene – food-grade stainless steel is actively used for the manufacture of dishes;
• no need to paint;
• subjected to various processing methods.

In addition to the positive points listed above, the active sale of steel is due to the presence of aesthetic characteristics, thanks to which the image of quality and reliability is formed in the manufactured products.

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Our company sells high-quality stainless steel of various brands, which fully meets both world and international standards and norms. Thanks to this, we guarantee that the presented rolled steel has the declared characteristics.

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• affordable price – food-grade stainless steel and black rolled metal is sold at a reasonable price, which allows;
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