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Stainless Steel Sheet Grade 201: What You Need to Know

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  Stainless steel is a popular material in various industries due to its excellent properties such as corrosion resistance, strength, and durability. Stainless steel sheet , in particular, is widely used in applications that require a high level of hygiene, such as the food and beverage industry, medical equipment, and kitchen appliances. One of the grades of stainless steel sheet available in the market is grade 201. In this article, we will discuss what grade 201 stainless steel is, its properties, and its applications. What is Grade 201 Stainless Steel? Grade 201 stainless steel is an alloy that contains around 16-18% of chromium, 3.5-5.5% of nickel, and 0.08-0.12% of carbon. It is a low-cost alternative to grade 304 stainless steel, which is more commonly used in the industry. Grade 201 stainless steel is also known as austenitic stainless steel because it belongs to the austenitic family of stainless steel, which is characterized by its non-magnetic and non-hardenable properti...

Copper Clad Steel vs. Solid Copper Coax

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  Buying the right coaxial cable can be confusing! You have different “ RG ” designations, multiple shielded variations, and even different outer sheath (cable jacket) options. Adding to the confusion are two different center conductor types. In sorting through this confusion, we will address an age-old debate as to whether you should opt for solid copper center conductor coaxial cable, or if CCS or copper clad steel is “ good enough ” . Keep reading to learn about the difference between solid copper and copper clad steel. Coaxial cable has been provided in two primary center conductors types for some time: Copper clad steel (CCS) Solid copper (BC or bare copper) Let ’ s look at an illustration of how coaxial cable is constructed to give you a better idea of what part of the cable we are talking about: Perhaps the standards setting organizations like ANSI/TIA, SCTE, or some other organization will help clarify which one is better? The ANSI/SCTE 74 specification allows for either on...