Why Do Stainless Steel Cable Ties Rust?

We know that one of the biggest features of stainless steel is that it is not easy to rust. The main raw material of Stainless Steel Cable Tie is stainless steel, so it will naturally retain the characteristics of stainless steel itself. However, some people find that they will rust when they are used. What's going on?

Why do stainless steel cable ties rust?

1. Chemical effect.

If stainless steel cable ties are placed in a humid environment for a long time, you will find that they will slowly show signs of rust. This is because humid air will cause chemical reactions on the surface of stainless steel, causing corrosion.

2. Chloride ions.

The environment in which the product is used contains a lot of chloride ions, such as chemical plants and the seaside. The surface of stainless steel is easily rusted by the influence of chloride ions.

3. It does not contain titanium and niobium.

The chemical composition ratio of the stainless steel cable tie itself, such as the lack of titanium and niobium in the product to stabilize the anti-rust performance of stainless steel, can easily lead to intergranular corrosion of the cable tie.

4. No solid solution treatment.

If the alloy matrix is ​​not dissolved in the stainless steel cable tie, the alloy content will be relatively low and the corrosion resistance will also be reduced.

To sum up, stainless steel cable ties will rust due to the usage and storage environment and production and processing technology.