Stainless spring steel is used in situations where it is essential to maintain the mechanical strength of springs while protecting them from corrosion.
Stainless steel can also be used in spring production in certain specific applications.
Stainless steel springs are used in environments where greater corrosion resistance is required than conventional carbon steel.
Some common uses of stainless steel springs include:
Corrosive environments: ideal for marine environments, where moisture and exposure to salt water can cause corrosion of carbon steel springs.
Food and chemical applications: In food and chemical industries, where frequent cleaning is required and exposure to corrosive chemicals is common, stainless steel springs can be used to prevent corrosion damage.
Medical and pharmaceutical devices: Stainless steel springs are used in medical and pharmaceutical devices, where corrosion resistance is crucial to ensure patient safety and device durability.
Applications in extreme environmental conditions: In environments with extreme temperatures or significant temperature variations, where moisture or exposure to the elements could cause corrosion, stainless steel springs can offer superior performance.
Stainless steel and nickel alloy spring cables
Raajratna manufactures high-quality stainless spring steel cables from 0.06 to 22.00 mm in various grades, finishes and packages, nickel-coated from 0.15 to 2.00 mm.
Spring cables are manufactured according to ISO: 6931/1, ASTM A313, EN 10270-3, JIS G4314, BS 2056, DIN 17224 and also other equivalent international standards for the Production of various types of springs such as spring aerosol, compressionspring , extension spring and torsion spring, as well as by cable and pin shape.
Stainless steel spring cables can also be supplied in ½ hard, ¾ hard and fully hard conditions.
The company uses drawing lubricants from CONDAT and also of Japanese origin.
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What is stainless steel
Stainless steel is a steel alloy that contains at least 10.5 percent chromium. The presence of chromium in the alloy gives this type of steel its ability to resist corrosion.
This characteristic is the basis of why it is called “stainless” or simply “stainless.”
Chromium interacts with oxygen in the air to create a thin film of chromium oxide on the surface of steel, which acts as a protective barrier against corrosion.
Stainless steel has numerous applications in a variety of industries, including food, chemical, construction, automotive and medical. This is due to its resistance to corrosion and its ability to maintain a smooth and hygienic surface.
This type of steel is used in the manufacture of kitchen utensils, medical equipment, surgical instruments, automotive components and more.
There are several variations of stainless steel, each with specific properties suitable for different applications.
For example, austenitic stainless steel, such as Type 304 and Type 316, is commonly used in food and medical applications, while martensitic stainless steel is harder and is often used for knives and tools.
What is nickel alloy
Nickel alloy is a mixture composed of nickel and other elements, including steel, copper, chromium and iron.
These alloys are developed to take advantage of the unique properties of nickel, such as corrosion resistance and the ability to maintain dimensional stability at elevated temperatures, while enhancing or modifying other characteristics through the addition of other elements.
Raajratna
909, Sakar-III, Near Income Tax,
Ahmedabad 380 014, Gujarat, India
Phone: +91 79 2754 3681/82/83/84/
Phone: +91 79 2754 3085
Email: sales@raajratna.com
Web: www.raajratna.com
