Understanding 409 Stainless Steel When it comes to stainless steels, not every grade is designed for the same purpose. Some are built for maximum corrosion resistance, others for superior strength, and some for high formability. Grade 409 stainless steel falls into a...
Does Passivation Remove Material? One of the most common questions we hear at New England Electropolishing is: Does passivation remove material from stainless steel parts? The short answer is no—at least not in any measurable way. What Passivation Really...
Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel Treatments Stainless steel is known for its natural corrosion resistance—but in many demanding environments, that’s not always enough. Whether you’re manufacturing components for medical, marine, aerospace, or food processing...
Protecting Chemical Processing Equipment with Citric Acid Passivation Why Surface Treatment Is Essential for Corrosion Resistance in Harsh Environments In the chemical processing industry, stainless steel is the material of choice for tanks, fittings, valves, sensors,...
Using Citric Acid Passivation for Marine and Subsea Components Stainless steel is widely used in marine and subsea applications for its durability and natural resistance to corrosion. But in environments where saltwater, high pressure, and variable temperatures are...
Why Machined Stainless Steel Needs Passivation Stainless steel is valued for its natural corrosion resistance—but machining can diminish that advantage. Processes like cutting, grinding, and turning can embed free iron into the surface or disturb the protective...
