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In laboratory metalware consumables, we employ top-quality 304 stainless steel for its corrosion resistance and durability. Stainless steel is pivotal in maintaining laboratory cleanliness and sterile surfaces, making it indispensable across various applications.

Key Features:

• Corrosion Resistance: Stainless steel 304 offers exceptional resistance to sterilizing solutions, organic chemicals, and a wide array of inorganic chemicals, ensuring product integrity and purity.
• Durability: With its robust construction, stainless steel proves highly durable, although susceptible to scratches and scuffs under certain conditions.
• Temperature Range: Suitable for use within a broad temperature range from -196°C to +550°C, with intermittent use up to 870°C. Continuous use beyond 550°C may affect corrosion properties.
• Cleaning and Sterilization: Stainless steel metalware consumables are autoclavable and resistant to sanitizing agents, facilitating sterile applications.

Corrosion Resistance:

• Water: Metallurgically incapable of rusting in water, stainless steel’s appearance of rust may result from water-borne minerals or particles. Tough stains can be removed with oxalic acid-based cleaners.
• Acids: Exhibits varying resistance to acids such as sulphuric, hydrochloric, hydrofluoric, phosphoric, and nitric acids, depending on concentration and temperature.
• Alkalis: Generally unaffected by most alkali solutions.

Cleaning and Maintenance: Stainless steel surfaces require routine cleaning to preserve appearance and corrosion resistance. Various cleaning methods, including wiping with warm water and mild detergent, ultrasonic cleaning, and solvent cleaning, are effective in removing contaminants. Avoid chloride-containing detergents and carbon steel or wire wool brushes to prevent corrosion.