What is the basic material for weld on hinge?

Weld on hinge can be found in a variety of basic materials. For different situations, we tend to need or even need different materials. The basic material of weld on hinge is often the price driver. If you want to know why a certain weld on hinge seems so expensive (or cheap), then checking the basic materials will usually give you the answer.

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Judgement on the surface of the base material of weld on hinge.

What are the basic materials of weld on hinge?

Matters needing attention when choosing weld on hinge.

Judgement on the surface of the base material of weld on hinge.

First of all, when reading this list carefully, please keep in mind that it is also important to know that the weld on hinge base material is often different from the surface treatment. The properties described are generally correct in metals, but there are indeed many variations in each metal. This is because all metals, especially alloys (substances composed of two or more metals), can vary greatly depending on various factors such as the exact metal used and the method used to make the metal.

One thing to be aware of when considering specific materials is environmental differences. Exposure to sunlight, salt, humidity, rain, etc. make a big difference to whether the material of weld on hinge is suitable for you. Materials such as stainless steel can remain in good condition for 10 years in a dry external environment, but after only a few years of exposure to harsh salt air in a coastal environment, the same material may form rust spots on the surface.

What are the basic materials of weld on hinge?

Companies that only list the surface of the weld on hinge can easily be misled. For example, a weld on hinge with a brass finish can be made of zinc-based materials. The materials used as much as possible will be listed on our product page. If you see a weld on hinge with no base material listed, it is usually because the manufacturer has not provided this information. If you are interested in items that do not provide this information, please feel free to contact us, we are happy to further research of weld on hinges for you.

aluminum

Overview: Not as strong as other metals, but lighter, can corrode but does not rust, and is environmentally friendly. Aluminum naturally forms a protective oxide coating and is corrosion resistant. Different types of weld on hinge’s surface treatments (such as anodizing, painting or varnishing) can further improve this performance. It is especially useful for applications that require protection and preservation. Aluminum is 100% recyclable and does not reduce its quality. The energy required for the remelting of aluminum is very small: in the recycling process, only about 5% of the energy required to produce the primary metal is initially required.

brass

Overview: Strong, will not rust, but will corrode in salt environment, and the price is moderate. Brass is a metal alloy mainly made of copper and zinc. Brass is an ideal material for many weld on hinges because it will not rust. It is important to note that the zinc in brass may corrode, but this usually only occurs over a long period of time or when exposed to harsh elements (such as immersion in salt water).

bronze

Overview: Very strong, not rusty, the metal used in our hardware has the best corrosion resistance and is expensive. Bronze is a metal alloy composed mainly of copper and tin, but often includes other metals. Bronze is almost a perfect combination of strength, rust resistance and corrosion resistance. Although the surface will change and oxidize over a long period of time, this change is usually only superficial. Once the oxidation covers the entire bronze, it can act as a barrier to protect the inner metal.

steel

Overview: The strongest metal used in our hardware, does not rust or corrode, is cheap, and is very common. Steel is an alloy mainly composed of iron and trace carbon. Due to its high strength, low cost, and ability to be used in almost any size application, it is one of the most commonly used metals in the world.

stainless steel

Overview: Steel is more variable, resistant to rust and corrosion, more expensive than steel, but cheaper than brass and bronze. Stainless steel is one of the most common variants of alloy steel. It is composed of steel and at least 10.5% chromium and many other elements. Chromium is the main element that causes this change in steel with anti-rust and anti-corrosion effects. Remember, like any metal product, stainless steel is not 100% resistant to rust, corrosion or other damage. People generally mistakenly believe that stainless steel will never rust. An easy way to remember this fact is to use the name itself.

Matters needing attention when choosing weld on hinge.

Please note that in general, the higher the chromium content, the stronger the rust and corrosion resistance of stainless steel. Many weld on hinge are coated with a lacquered paint. There is no standardization to what tone is used, resulting in variations in color across different manufacturers. Another factor that can change the appearance of a weld on hinge is the weld on hinge's base material. Oftentimes finishes plated over higher- quality materials have richer tones. Because of this, it is very important to carefully review and consider any possible weld on hinge when mixing different metals and/or manufacturers.

Some weld on hinges are simply alterations of the material themselves. As an example, raw stainless steel is naturally a dull grey in tone, however an attractive satin stainless steel can be achieved by using a fine grit belt which polishes the material, giving it uniform brush strokes across the surface. A polished (also known as mirrored) weld on hinge is achieved in a similar fashion, but instead uses a buffing tool which polishes the material so finely that the surface becomes reflective in nature. Our main products including 

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