Stainless steel wire is fabricated from an iron alloy that offers high resistance to corrosion, including staining and rusting, in many environments where spring or galvanized steel wire would typically degrade. Its performance properties, including corrosion resistance and strength, depend on its numerical grade. Type 304 stainless steel wire, also known as 18-8, is a general-purpose material that combines corrosion resistance, weldability, and formability, making it the most commonly used grade of stainless steel. The 316 stainless steel wire grade provides increased corrosion resistance compared to 304.Stainless steel wire has multiple advantages, making it widely used in many industries. Here are some main advantages:
1. Strong corrosion resistance, with a dense passivation film formed on the surface, which can effectively resist the erosion of most corrosive substances such as acids, alkalis, and salts.
2. High temperature resistance, able to maintain good mechanical properties in high temperature environments, not easily deformed or failed.
3. High strength, able to withstand large tensile and compressive forces, and not easily broken.
4. It has strong wear resistance, especially in high load and frequent friction environments, and has a longer service life than many other materials.