Stainless Steel melting point depends on grade 1420 °C to 1440°C
“Stainless Steel” is a generic term covering a large group of iron based, chromium containing alloys. The term “stainless” implies a resistance to staining or rusting in air, which requires a minimum of 10.5% chromium to form a thin, protective chromium enriched oxide layer on the surface of the steel. Without the addition of chromium, iron based alloys or steels will corrode in moist air by the formation of ferric hydroxide or the familiar red rust.
There are several different types of stainless steels, which are distinguished by their microstructure. The most important types are austenitic (over 70% of all stainless steels used in the world), ferritic (about 25%), duplex (about 1%) and martensitic (about 1%) stainless steels. The microstructure of stainless steels is determined primarily by their composition but also, to a lesser extent, by their thermo-mechanical history.
Molybdenum is used in all types of stainless steel to improve the corrosion resistance, particularly the pitting and crevice corrosion resistance in chloride containing solutions.
Cleaning Stainless Steel - Use any jewelry cleaner that is gold and/or platinum jewelry specific. Also warm water and facial soap. Always rinse thoroughly with clear water and dry completely. Frequent cleaning will prolong the life of stainless steel and help maintain the finish. Do not air-dry. High powered steaming okay. Periodic polishings on polishing wheel is acceptable.
Please Note - The buffing/polishing wheel will remove metal so please be careful. Only buff your jewelry when it is absolutely neccesary. Over buffing will thin out your rings, bracelets, necklaces, watch bands and anything else that the wheel comes in contact with.
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