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Salt spray testing for SS 304

February 28, 2009

Hi,

I am working with a company wherein we are making SS utensils for European market. I wanted to know how salt spray testing is done. And can it be done in intervals. Like if it has to be tested for 24 hrs. Then daily 8 hrs for three days can be done. Also what are the other tests which are required for SS 304 utensils.

Regards,

Abhay Najbile
Employee - Thane, Maharashtra, India

Hi, Abhay. You have to choose a salt spray test -- ASTM B117 is a common procedure -- and then you have to adhere to it. That will include the fact that the test cannot be interrupted, but must be continuous.

Regards,

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
March 1, 2009

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