Stainless Steel Melting Processes
The first materials able to withstand the aggressive action of the acids were discovered in 1821, thanks to the mixing and the merger of oxides of iron and chromium. A little bit of history Initially, this alloy contained a percentage of chromium of around 1.5 and high carbon values. Only at the end of the […]
Why Use the Dimensional Tolerances?
The form and the size of a drawn object are considered “ideal2 conditions, which cannot be absolutely precise in real life. Why use the dimensional tolerance? Manufacturing processes always have geometric or dimensional erros; in the drawing, it is necessary to indicate the maximum permitted variability (known as tolerances) within which the produced parts are […]
How to Magnetize Steel? Discover Two Methods
You only need a few simple items that can easily be found in a hardware or DIY store. In this article, we explain two easy methods for magnetizing steel. Method 1: Magnetizing Steel Using an Existing Magnet The first method is very simple and is ideal for creating a temporary magnet. By using a strong […]
What Is the Point of Doing the Salt Spray Test?
In the previous post, we explained that it is not possible to determine exactly how many hours a specific type of stainless steel can resist during a salt spray test. But why is this type of test performed? Purpose of the Salt Spray Test The limits of the test are clearly defined by the ASTM […]
It’s Grape Harvest Time! Stainless Steel Wine-Making Systems.
It’s grape harvest time in Italy! Stainless steel is a basic material for wine-making systems and breweries. Wine-making systems. Stainless steel is the star! For the design and construction of tanks and wine storage facilities it is usually chosen AISI 304 stainless steel austenitic, as this type of steel is specific for food use (even better […]
Stainless Steel Threaded Fittings. Which Kind of Thread?
Stainless steel is used also as a material for the fittings production, in particular threaded fittings. For example, stainless steel is optimal for the construction and assembly of low-pressure pipes. The threaded fittings in stainless steel AISI 304 and 316 can be derived from: Threaded fittings derived from pipes The threaded fittings derived from pipe are mainly characterized by […]