Applications of Stainless Steel Fasteners

Properties of stainless steel bolts, Nuts & Screws
The advanced characteristics of stainless steel fasteners provide a wide range of industrial uses and applications for these adaptable fastener products. Some of
the more beneficial characteristics of stainless steel screws, washers and nuts, include:

Superior corrosion resistance
Excellent mechanical properties at high temperatures
Avoids nearly all chloride-induced stress corrosion cracking
Increased stress rupture strength
Outstanding weldability
Excellent elevated temperature tensile

Applications of Stainless Steel Fasteners
Stainless steel fasteners are regularly utilized in a wide range of industries where superior corrosion resistance, increased stress rupture strength and high weldability is a necessity. Some of the applications that benefit from 316 stainless steel fasteners, include:

Food preparation equipment
Chemical processing equipment
Laboratory benches and equipment
Rubber, plastics, pulp and paper machinery
Pollution control equipment
Boat fittings, as well as valve and pump trim
Heat exchangers
Pharmaceutical and textile industries
Condensers, evaporators and tank