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Pickling & Passivization Stainless Steel

The passivization of stainless steel is a process performed to make a surface passive, i.e., a surface film is created that causes the surface to lose its chemical reactivity. Stainless steel is already known as being corrosion-resistant, however the passivization process further strengthens its’ natural coating by improving the exterior surface of the overall part. Stainless steel passivization unipotentializes the stainless steel with the oxygen absorbed by the metal surface, creating a mono molecular oxide film. Passivization can result in the very much-desired low corrosion rate of the metal. Passivization also is accomplished by stainless steel electro polishing.

Advantages of Passivization

• Improved Corrosion Resistance
• Uniform, Smooth Appearance and Finish
• Deburring (Polished Surface)
• Cleanliness
• Improved and Extended Life of Product