What are the properties of stainless steel? 

Due to its properties, stainless steel brings great variety to the creativity of gemstones, allowing the mixing of different shades of alloy steel.

Let's take a look at the benefits of steel

Characteristic:

316L stainless steel (surgical steel) is a metal known for its strength, and its brilliance remains distinct over time. Stainless steel gems are similar to silver gems but with different advantages. Unlike silver, this metal does not discolour. Made of stainless steel, it is waterproof and does not rust.

Price Quality:

In addition, the purchase of these gems is affordable and requires no special maintenance compared to silver or gold gems. Regain shine with a soft cloth.

Anti-allergic metal:

It is true that some stainless steels contain nickel particles, but also contain alloys so that the latter is completely harmless. It is glued to an alloy dominated by two other metals, including chromium and carbon-reinforced iron. tongue and groove flange dimensions are set according to type of stainless steel.

Nickel:

That is, nickel is included in some jewellery to homogenize the alloy, but current regulations are very strict. The quality of nickel use in jewellerydepends upon how much hardness is required injewellery.

Composition of stainless steel:

Stainless steel is also known as en 1092-1, an alloy of iron, carbon, and chromium.

With 10.5% chromium and 1.2% carbon, this metal does not rust and is resistant to corrosion.

Why stainless steel?

Home, transportation, medicine, surgery, food cooking, machinery, and chemical industries all used stainless steel. Stainless steel has the advantages of being easy to maintain and clean. Therefore, it is a very hygienic material and is used in hospitals and clinics. From a metallurgical point of view, it is weldable and resistant to both temperature changes and corrosion. Stainless steel has both durability and malleability at the same time. Some alloys, unlike aluminium, are resistant to fire (called refractory steel) and UV light. Carbon steel forged fittings are also used in stainless steel.

Rust prevention: Yes, but how?

The presence of chromium (minimum height 10.5%) in the composition of steel, which is itself an alloy of iron and carbon, results in stainless steel. Other iron components can be used in this alloy, especially titanium and nickel. They improve the resistance, stability, and mechanical properties of the material at high and low temperatures (the ability to deform without breaking). The most common grades of stainless steel are said to be austenitic (-200% resistant).

Where steel is used in homes?

Stainless steel is mainly found in kitchens and bathrooms. It comes in different shades. Suitable for kitchen furniture such as sinks, countertops, and consoles. Brushed stainless steel is also available in the bathroom. It is a material sought after in today's interiors, with elegant results and clean effects, especially in these parts of the house. However, provided that it is minimized to maintain its original brilliance.

There are also many other field in which this metal is used at high extends.