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Which rod is better ... Brass, Stainless or Steel?

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There is no right answer regarding rod materials. Each cleaning rod has its own merits and tends to be a personal preference. Stainless is extremely strong and rigid and offers a smooth, ground finish. Brass is softer material and it is usually less abrasive if wiped cleaned during regular use. Its drawbacks are vulnerability to bending if not used with care. Also, if not cleaned regularly, metal fouling can embed into its surface, creating an abrasion factor.
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Which are better, stainless steel, porcelain-coated cast iron or porcelain enamel cooking grates?

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All have their merits, so it is mostly a matter of personal preference. All require little maintenance and give great sear marks. Porcelain-coated cast iron grates will hold the heat longer so you don't have to cook with higher temperatures. Stainless steel grates have a longer warranty, followed by porcelain-coated cast iron, then porcelain enameled. Replacements are readily available for all styles. Note: If you have porcelain-coated cast iron grates, no seasoning is required.
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What material is best to polish brass and stainless steel?

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Brass is one of the softer metals, and should only be polished with soft materials like the cloth polishing wheel. Care should be given to start with polishing items that will not create more scratching. Start with polishing compound and then proceed from there. If you are removing a scratch, keep the polishing area small, or you could find yourself polishing forever.
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What is stainless steel?

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Stainless steel is an iron-containing alloy made from some of the basic elements found on earth: iron ore, chromium, silicon, nickel, carbon, nitrogen, and manganese. Properties of the final alloy are tailored by varying amounts of these elements. There are more than 57 stainless steels recognized as standard alloys on the market. Klean Kanteens are constructed from high quality sanitary grade 304 stainless steel which has a low nickel content.
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Why stainless steel and not some other metal?

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LVM implant grade stainless steel has one of the lowest occurrence rates of allergic reaction and/or rejection of any metal. The allergies people experience with stainless steel are usually nickel allergies, and the higher the quality stainless steel the lower the nickel content. Click here to read more about the differences between surgical stainless steel and implant grade stainless steel.
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What is the difference between stainless steel and titanium and which is "better"?

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Stainless steel is the standard material for a Muzzy exhaust system. In most cases a stainless steel system weighs about 12 pounds. The optional material, titanium weighs a little over half as much as steel yet is stronger. The average weight of a titanium system is about 7.5 pounds. For comparison, stock systems can weight from 20 to 35 pounds. Generally the design is the same for both the titanium or stainless steel, so the power output is the same as well.
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What makes stainless steel "stainless"?

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Compared to plain carbon steel, stainless steels (there are more than 300 grades) contain at least 12% Chromium - a metal that is intrinsically corrosion resistant. Because of this alloying, stainless steels form a tightly-adherent and protective oxide layer which is so thin that the metallic coloration of the underlying steel is visible. The oxide layer that forms in ambient environments on plain carbon steels (i.e.
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Why do I have to start with stainless steel, titanium, or gold jewelry?

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These are the best materials to prevent adverse reactions to the new object in your body. There will be plenty of time for the fun involved with changing your jewelry to express yourself or reflect your personal style. But you don't want to lose your piercing because you have no patience. So, try to enjoy each stage of your new piercing and understand that better you treat your new holes, the sooner you’ll be able to show-off your new piercing.
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How do I weld stainless steel?

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This is not a skill everyone can acquire. Thin stainless can be spot-welded which is suitable for the combustion chamber and case. The NGV assembly will require MIG or TIG welding. TIG sets are expensive and it may be necessary to find a specialist welder used to welding stainless steel to do the welding for you. Modern engines employ a casting for the NGV which is more stable during natural heat cycling.
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Stainless Steel
Stainless steels are a family of steels that are resistant to corrosion (rusting) and elevated temperature. They must contain at least 10.5 % chromium. The chromium reacts with the oxygen in the air to form an invisible, protective chrome-oxide surface layer. This layer helps to prevent “staining” (rusting) of the surface. This does not mean that stainless steel will never rust. There are many different stainless steels with unique chemical compositions.
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Stainless steel will absorb the energy field and aluminium reflects or chanels it." -- Rob [k1ngrs] (Apr 21, 2006) [19] (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JoesCell2/message/507)
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Which is better - stainless steel or silver plated cutlery?

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Silver plated cutlery is more of a luxury item, and needs a little more care than stainless steel, as it will need polishing every so often. However, silver plated cutlery is a beautiful white colour, and really does make a tabletop look and feel special. Silver plated cutlery also looks better and better the older it gets. Because silver is a soft metal, it will get many tiny scuffs and scratches on the surface. These reflect the light with a very white shine.
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Are stainless steel sinks a better option than granite ones?

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More and more people are installed stainless steel sinks as they are easy to clean and look neat. They don’t promote growth of mould, mildew or bacteria and sparkle with just one wipe. Steel sinks come readymade, whereas granite ones has to be made. A stainless steel sink is easily removed and fitted in case of problems or leakages.
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Do you have stainless and brass fasteners?

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Yes. We carry stainless steel and brass items. DMB Supply can also supply other material grades. To find out more, please contact us by e-mail or by phone, 800-362-2307.
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What is the difference between Electropolishing Stainless Steel and Passivating Stainless Steel?

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Passivation is the treatment of stainless steel in a nitric acid or citric acid solution to remove iron contamination on the surface. The contamination is from fabrication such as stamping, drilling, machining, welding, cutting, forming or wire brushing. Passivation does not change the appearance of the stainless. If the stainless has been heat treated or welded, the resultant scale or discoloration must be removed by either abrasive methods or by pickling.
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Stainless steel, compared to typical steel, is a general class of metal alloys that contains lower levels of iron and higher levels of chromium, vanadium, etc. The actual percent of the various elements yield different physical properties.
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What are the common types of stainless steel?

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A1: Most common are austenitic stainless steels, grades 304, 316, and 317. These have the highest corrosion resistance. These are non-magnetic and can by hardened only by cold work. (Annealed 300-series stainless steels are not magnetic, but they may become magnetic after cold working.) A2: Next-most common are ferritic stainless steels, grades 430 and 434. These are magnetic and can be hardened by cold work. The price is lower than that of 304SS due to the lower amount of Nickel.
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Answer 6 - Why do I have to start with stainless steel, titanium, or gold jewelry?

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These are the best materials to prevent adverse reactions to the new object in your body. There will be plenty of time for the fun involved with changing your jewelry to express yourself or reflect your personal style. But it will suck if you lose your piercing because you have no patience. So, try to enjoy each stage of your new piercing and understand that better you treat your new holes, the sooner you'll be able to pimp-out your new piercing. (back to top)
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What kind of Stainless Steel does Rolex use in their watch cases?

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While most high-end watch companies utilize 1.4435 (or 316L) Stainless Steel, Rolex uses 1.4439 (or 904L) Stainless Steel. While they both have the same grade of hardness, 904L has a slighytly higher nickel discharge, and thus a slightly higher resistance to corrosion. 904L is mainly used in industry applications handling chlorides, sulfer dioxide gas or other toxic materials.
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Should I get the Seamaster Professional Chronograph in stainless steel or titanium?

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Go for what you like best. The titanium is much lighter than the stainless steel, but it also scratches somewhat more easily. To give you an idea of the difference, a Stainless Steel Seamaster Professional Chronograph tips the scales at 206 grams, while its Titanium counterpart weighs a mere 142.7 grams - a savings of over 60 grams or more than two ounces.
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Why Does Stainless Steel Turn Black/Brown?

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Stainless steel is an alloy consisting mainly of the metals iron, chromium and nickel. The chromium provides resistance to rusting, the nickel provides strength at very high temperatures, and the iron provides cost-effective strength at lower temperatures. normal temperatures it remains a shiny silver color because the chromium forms a thin oxide layer that stops the iron from rusting.
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Do special finishes make sense for stainless steel?

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Yes - Electropolishing of stainless steel is commonly used for food, drug, medical, and semi-conductor applications and for those where high fatigue strength is needed. Electropolishing is the reverse of plating in that metal is removed from the surface rather than deposited, in order to obtain a bright, clean, and appealing surface, enhancing its appeal in consumer applications.
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Why is the sports cap made of plastic and not stainless steel?

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Your teeth. We chose polypropylene #5 because it has no known leaching characteristics and is softer if you hit a bump on the trail. If you’d rather avoid plastic altogether, a stainless steel screw-on lid is available as an accessory.
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Why don't you use stainless steel for initial piercings?

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Stainless steel contains nickel, which is the metal that most people have allergic reactions to. We use only Grade 23 Titanium for our jewelry because it contains no nickel, almost completely removing the chances for allergic reactions in our customers.
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Can you straighten and polish stainless steel?

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Yes, stainless steel trim can be polished to an extremely high luster. The basic price for SS polishing is $12.00 a foot. Long flat pieces, over 2½" wide and over 2 feet long are often not polishable due to do warping.
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