The role of alloying elements in stainless steel
2022-04-21Chromium (Cr) is the main ferrite-forming element. Chromium can combine with oxygen to form a Cr2O3 passivation film. It is one of the basic elements maintained by stainless steel. Increasing the chromium content can improve the passive film repair ability of steel. The chromium in general stainless steel The content must be above 0.12.