STAINLESS STEEL
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- By: Kevin van Mierlo
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What is stainless steel?
Definition
RVS is the abbreviation for stainless steel. Very simply put, stainless steel is metal that is resistant to external rust. But stainless steel is not always completely stainless. Stainless steel may be coated with a layer of rust. This layer is also called the oxide layer. However, this oxide layer cannot be seen. "Normal" rust is of course recognised by the brown colour on steel. But what is this oxide layer for? Funnily enough, the thin layer of rust provides more protection against rust. When the thin layer is damaged, it can repair itself again. This ensures that the steel is always protected from external rust. Many people say RVS stands for stainless steel, but that is so not true. Stainless steel is not completely stainless due to the oxide layer. So the correct meaning is stainless steel. There are different grades of stainless steel. Real stainless steel is easy to recognise, as it is not magnetic.
Why stainless steel?
Why is stainless steel increasingly used today? It simply brings several advantages. The biggest and most obvious advantage is of course that the material is resistant to external rust. But that is certainly not the only advantage. In fact, stainless steel can be used in many situations. In addition, it is also extremely suitable for customisation. Something that is also very important to TRALERT®.
Stainless steel at TRALERT®
Stainless steel is used in various TRALERT® products. You’ll find it mainly in the bolts and brackets on LED work lights. Always ensure you apply a thin layer of grease, such as copper grease, between the bracket, the bolt and the aluminium of the light. Doing so prevents oxidation. By using this material, you can be sure not only that the light’s appearance remains unchanged, but also that it remains easy to fit.
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