Our laboratory metalware consumables use top-grade 304stainless steel, which is renowned for its corrosion resistance and durability. Stainless steel is pivotal in maintaining laboratory cleanliness, ensuring product sterility, and preventing contamination. Let’s delve into the features, qualities, and maintenance aspects of Stainless Steel 304.
Features:
- Corrosion Resistance: Stainless Steel 304 offers exceptional resistance to a wide range of chemicals, making it ideal for laboratory environments.
- Durability: Known for its robustness, stainless steel withstands rigorous usage, though it may be prone to scratches or scuffs.
- Sterility: Its innate resistance to sterilising solutions and chemicals ensures a sterile surface, which is crucial for laboratory applications.
Information
Stainless Steel 304: Stainless Steel 304, also known as an 18/8 Alloy, contains approximately 18% chromium and 8% nickel, rendering it non-magnetic. This optimal grade exhibits superior corrosion resistance compared to lower-cost magnetic stainless steel. Its magnetic/non-magnetic property provides a quick quality test for stainless steel.
Corrosion Resistance:
- Water: Metallurgically incapable of rusting in water, stainless steel may occasionally show “rust stains” due to external iron particles, easily removed with appropriate cleaners.
- Acids: While resistant to many acids, chlorides in hydrochloric acid pose a risk of pitting corrosion.
- High Temperatures: While suitable for intermittent use up to 870°C, continuous exposure in the 550-870°C range may compromise its corrosion properties, leading to pitting.
Quality Assurance: We source high-quality 304 stainless steel from traceable suppliers, ensuring chromium levels meet specified standards. Impurities like sulphides can reduce chromium levels, making stainless steel vulnerable to corrosion.
Cleaning and Maintenance: Routine cleaning is imperative to maintain stainless steel’s appearance and corrosion resistance. Various cleaning methods, from water and wipes to solvent cleaning, ensure effective removal of contaminants without compromising integrity. Commercial cleaners can also be used, but chloride-containing detergents and abrasive brushes should be avoided.
Ordering Information
| Model | Description | Packed Weight |
| 8040 | Laboratory Spoon, stainless steel 304 spec 18/8 non-magnetic, bright finish.
Supplied in standard packs of 10. |
0.012 kg |