What are telescopic gauges made of?
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Tool steel |
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Tool steel is the term for a group of alloy steels with a high chromium and carbon content. The main difference between this and stainless steel is the high carbon content which makes the tool harder. | |||
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Stainless steel |
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Stainless steel is an iron alloy which contains a minimum of 10.5% chromium. It can also have added elements such as nickel, titanium and copper to enhance its properties, such as its strength. | |||
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The best material to choose for your telescopic gauge would be stainless steel due to its chromium content. This provides the gauge with the most corrosion resistance. | |||
