Stainless-steel screws are used for a strong long life fastenings. They are corrosion resistant, can get more tightened than other screws and are abrasion proof. They are less inexpensive but the advantages of stainless steel screws outweigh the prize.
Stainless steel screws or non-corrosive screws are mainly used for rustproof fastenings, for example for outdoors and areas with high moisture or humidity. Stainless steel means non-corrosive, rustproof extra pure steel. Today you can find stainless steel screws of all kind:
Even in the dowel technology and for wood joints, like for post anchors you can't imagine not having stainless steel anymore. Often you are able to get a wide range of stainless steel screws but also assortments of :
Stainless steel screws are available with different head shapes, depending on the DIN of the screw. Wood screws in DIN 571 have a hexagon head. Non-standardized wood screws might have a slotted head. Drill screws are available with a flat head and hexagon socket. For sanitary purposes you often see hose clamps made from stainless steel. They are used nearly in every bathroom.
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