Are you looking for stainless steel coil, roll, or strips with mechanical properties that outshine their physical appearance? Type 409 stainless steel, a utility-grade product, could be an excellent choice. This general-purpose, titanium stabilized stainless steel grade is often used in scenarios that demand oxidation and corrosion protection, such as automotive exhaust systems. However, …
San Jose Stainless steel slitting is a machining service in which wide coils are slit or cut into narrower widths with state-of-the-art machinery. However, at NKS, potential clients come to us with many questions about the process. In this blog, we’re going to discuss some of the questions that we are most commonly asked.
The 400 series stainless steel was the first-ever version of stainless steel. It consisted of martensitic and ferritic products, with chromium being the only alloying element. This made the series reasonably priced compared to many austenitic grades. They are magnetic, more resistant to chloride, and can also be strengthened with heat treatment. Amongst its …
Grade 304 stainless steel can be used for a variety of purposes. It’s one of the most widely used stainless steel products, and it’s also available in multiple forms and finishes. It’s ideal for forming and welding projects due to the fact that it offers a balanced, austenitic structure. At National Kiwkmetal Service, we …
Stainless steel doesn’t just refer to a single product, but a variety of them — including grade 301. What makes stainless steel different is its chromium content, which is usually combined with nickel for better corrosion resistance and greater ductility. The 301 stainless steel strips and coils have been the flagship products of NKS for …