SS
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-005583
The abbreviation for stainless steel, an alloy of iron with a minimum of 10.5% chromium, known for its corrosion resistance. This material forms a passive layer of chromium oxide on its surface, protecting it from rust and staining. Stainless steel is widely used in food processing, medical equipment, and architectural applications due to its durability and hygienic properties.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-005583 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Manufacturing |
| Translations | German: SS; Spanish: SS; French: SS |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "The abbreviation for stainless steel, an alloy of iron with a minimum of 10.5% chromium, known for its corrosion resistance. This material forms a passive layer of chromium oxide on its surface, protecting it from rust and staining. Stainless steel is widely used in food processing, medical equipment, and architectural applications due to its durability and hygienic properties.",
"subject": "Manufacturing",
"translations": {
"de": "SS",
"es": "SS",
"fr": "SS"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/ss/"
}
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