Stainless steel screws are one of the most popular fasteners for a wide range of applications and industries because of the benefits stainless steel provides. As a stocking distributor of top-quality fasteners for industrial, commercial, and mil-spec fastener markets, Canton, MA-based Electronic Fasteners offers one of the most comprehensive inventories of stainless steel fasteners in the country.
Stainless steel screws from Electronic Fasteners offer unmatched strength and reliability in even the harshest environments because stainless steel resists:
- Chemical corrosion
- Rust
- Fire
- Heat
- High impacts
Stainless steel screws are made from an alloy that contains chromium and nickel, which help prevent it from rusting, making them ideal for use in a marine environment where exposure to moisture and salt can quickly corrode and compromise other fasteners. In fact, stainless steel comes in many different grades. The two most commonly used grades are 304 and 316, with 316 being more corrosion resistant than 304. The rule-of-thumb is that if stainless steel hardware is in a corrosive environment 316 is preferable, particularly if the screw head is visible, because 316 is less likely to develop a brown discoloration that can be aesthetically unattractive.
Stainless steel is considered one of the best all-round fastener alloys because it provides good strength at a cost-efficient price. That’s why stainless steel screws are highly popular for a wide range of applications in the aerospace, automotive, and marine industries, as well as for applications in the military and the commercial food industry.
Whether you’re looking for standard stainless steel screws, or you need a unique or custom product, Electronic Fasteners is the distributor of choice for many industrial, commercial and military purchasers. We also provide a number of support services, including inventory management, kitting, and custom labeling. Contact us today to find out more about how we can help you.
