Medical Device Passivation: Vital for Safety, Compliance, and Longevity In medical manufacturing, stainless steel isn’t just chosen for strength—it’s chosen for its ability to remain hygienic, resist corrosion, and maintain its performance across repeated...
Stainless Steel Passivation in Extreme Environments: Offshore, Aerospace, and Cleanroom Applications Stainless steel is chosen for demanding applications because of its ability to form a self-healing chromium oxide film that protects the substrate from corrosion. But...
Case Study: Citric Acid Passivation of Stainless Steel Orthopedic Components A medical device manufacturer approached New England Electropolishing with a finishing requirement for a precision-machined stainless steel component used in an orthopedic device. Because the...
Citric Acid Passivation for Additive Manufacturing (3D-Printed Stainless Steel) Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, has rapidly advanced from prototyping into full-scale production across industries like medical devices, aerospace, and high-performance...
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...
