Soft magnetic stainless steel resists corrosion
Soft magnetic stainless steel resists corrosion
Keywords Alloys, Carpenter Technology,Corrosion resistance, Stainless steel
A soft magnetic stainless alloy that is said to provide much improved operation in corrosive environments has been developed by Carpenter Technology Corp., Reading, Pennsylvania, USA.
The Chrome Core 18-FM stainless alloy is a soft magnetic, ferritic material, which contains niobium to achieve corrosion resistance and machinability; and both molybdenum and niobium to improve resistance to crevice corrosion. With these additions, the company reports resistance to corrosion far superior to 18 per cent Cr Type 430 stainless steel, with similar resistivity.
Applications include automotive (fuel injection, antilock braking), appliances (steam irons, soda and beer taps) and service in severe aqueous environments, especially when chlorides are present.
Further information from Gunvant Maniar, CarTech, P.O. Box 14662, Reading, Pennsylvania 19612-4662, USA. Tel: +1 610/208 2783.
