Stainless Steel
Consider stainless steel when corrosion exposure and cleanable surfaces matter.
SURFACE FINISHING
Passivation
A chemical treatment selected for appropriate stainless-steel parts.
For specified stainless grades
Specify the result you need.
State the required specification and documentation. Passivation and polishing have different purposes; one is not a replacement for the other.
Discuss this finish
Material families to review
Compatibility depends on the specific grade, geometry and treatment specification. Final selection is reviewed with the project.
A finish belongs
in the drawing, too.
Identify visible surfaces, masking areas, contact points and fits. State whether your dimensional requirements apply to the finished part.
Read the finish checklistSurface finish comparison
Select a process specification and acceptance reference; appearance illustrations do not establish coating thickness, corrosion performance or conformity.
| Finish | Material families to review | Requirement to specify | Features to review |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passivation | Stainless Steel | For specified stainless grades | State the required specification and documentation. Passivation and polishing have different purposes; one is not a replacement for the other. |
LET’S MAKE IT TANGIBLE
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