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Is passivating ok for clean room use?

We are currently Nickel plating a frame that will go into a clean room. The ideal of making this frame out of SST. and then passivating it has come up as a cost savings compared to the Nickel plating. My question is, is passivating suitable for a clean room environment?

Greg Gregurek
- Spring, Texas
2004

Yes, passivated stainless steel is appropriate for clean room use. Electropolished SS is even better as it is easier to clean (and more attractive too).

Jeffrey Holmes, CEF
Spartanburg, South Carolina
2004

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