Industry professionals use metal finishing techniques to improve the functional and aesthetic qualities of metal parts and products. For stainless steel materials, electropolishing and passivation are two of the most popular finishing methods. The two processes have some similarities, but ultimately, there are clear distinctions between them. Although both employ chemical baths in their operations,…
What is Stainless Steel Passivation?
Corrosion resistance is critical for metal used in a variety of applications where contamination may have a destructive impact during production or during a product’s end use. Though raw stainless steel begins with a high level of corrosion resistance, surface contamination from grease and oil, debris, and chemicals are usually present on parts and components…