304 Stainless Steel Studs ?
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Topic: 304 Stainless Steel Studs ?
Posted By: BuckSkin
Subject: 304 Stainless Steel Studs ?
Date Posted: 31 May 2024 at 7:43am
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What common bolt would 304 Stainless be comparable to strength-wise ? Would it be an okay choice for using as starter mounting studs screwed into Aluminum bell-housing ? The starter fits in there like a gun-barrel and all the studs do is clamp it in place. How would the 304 Stainless compare in strength to Black Oxide Alloy Steel ? I have found the stainless in exactly the length I need; whereas, anything else I am going to have to cut to length.
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Posted By: Codger
Date Posted: 31 May 2024 at 8:29am
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type 304 stainless is 73,200 psi tensile strength where good quality grade 2 bolts are 105,000. Stainless is soft, and stringy. I would not use it in this application myself. Anti seize on grade five or better fasteners is what would be best. ------------- That's All Folks! |
Posted By: BuckSkin
Date Posted: 31 May 2024 at 8:35am
Thanks; I am not very familiar when it comes to stainless and was somewhat surprised as to how weak it is compared to normal Grade 2 bolts; Thanks. I use plenty silver stuff; I slather it on everything.
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Codger wrote:Posted By: Coke-in-MN
Date Posted: 31 May 2024 at 2:35pm
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Galling is a common problem with SS fasteners , only advantage is they are less corrosive , unsure of galvanic pitting between SS and aluminum
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Steel in the 304 grade has a high level of corrosion resistance. As a result, these bolts function without issue in a variety of alkali and acidic solutions. The material is formed both cold and hot, and it can be used in a variety of environments. The majority of building sites and industries use these bolts. Bolts made of stainless steel 304 are incredibly durable and perform well even under stress and inclement weather. Bolts made of stainless steel 304 are frequently used to firmly connect two or more things.
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Posted By: Codger
Date Posted: 31 May 2024 at 2:48pm
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A better selection would be 18-8 stainless steel as much stronger in tensile strength but can oxidize slightly. Almost as good at corrosion prevention as 304 but not quite and a much better fastener material. ------------- That's All Folks! |