![]() ![]() Stainless steel also contains iron, but in addition it must contain at least 10.5% chromium and the carbon content is very low, usually 0.08% maximum. The higher the carbon content, the stronger the steel. How is stainless steel different from carbon steel?Ĭarbon steel contains at least 95% iron with up to 2% carbon. A4 (Grade 316), has an addition of at least 2% molybdenum, which significantly increases the A4 (316) metal’s resistance to “salt” corrosion. There are now over 50 stainless steel different grades and a lot are know by their AISI numbering system (200, 300 & 400 grades).Ī2 (Grade 304 – 18% chromium, 8% nickel), is the most common of the 300 series and has corrosion resistance in most applications but is vulnerable to salt water. Chromium is added during the melting of the steel and forms a mixture with the iron and other alloying elements, such as nickel and molybdenum, which improves the metal’s resistance to corrosion. Since its development elements have been added to stainless steel to increase the chromium content in order to improve its corrosion resistance. Our expert staff is always ready and willing to assist you with any questions and needs, so reach out today for a guaranteed Mead Metal’s Quick Quote.Stainless Steel is the name given to iron based alloys that contain at least 10.5% chromium. We offer stainless steel and stainless sheet metal in various grades and quantities and can provide multiple value-added services, including slitting, cutting-to-length, and edging. We serve a variety of industries by offering high-quality metal products in low and high-volume order quantities, allowing us to meet the needs of nearly any application. If you’re in need of stainless steel material, Mead Metals can help. HIGH QUALITY, LOW VOLUME STAINLESS STEEL SUPPLIERS
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