6 Advantages of Stainless Steel Pipes

steel tubing has a variety of uses in many industries from industrial manufacturing to art. one use for steel tubing is the use of steel plumbing, which replaces traditional plastic pipes with stainless steel pipes. although stainless steel piping is more expensive than plastic piping, it provides many benefits over plastic pipes, including:

1. stain and corrosion resistant

corrosion is the main enemy of metal piping. the outer surface of steel, iron and concrete piping can degrade from soil and uv light.  interior walls of piping made from other materials will tend to rust, are damaged through abrasion, or accumulate debris. but thanks to the corrosion resistance properties of stainless steel, this is far less common.  this gives stainless steel the edge when it comes to applications like sanitary water delivery or hospital applications.

2. value

when you use stainless steel pipes, you are buying a durable product that will last your business for decades. it is a reliable material that is easy to maintain and install. stainless steel is low-maintenance, and due to its corrosion-resistant properties, it is unlikely they will need to be replaced for decades.

3. strength and versatility

different materials such as nickel, molybdenum, or nitrogen can be added to stainless steel to enhance its corrosion-resistant properties. stainless steel can handle extreme temperatures. by adding different materials to stainless steel allows for thinner pipe walls and less material which means less added weight to the finished product making it ideal for many commercial and industrial uses.

4. appearance

exposed stainless steel pipe and fittings are an excellent choice for commercial establishments as the material has a naturally shiny and elegant look.

5. environment-friendly

stainless steel is not a petroleum product. in fact, it doesn’t need to be coated or lined with any materials at all, unlike other piping materials. when you need to replace or dispose of stainless steel piping, it is 100% recyclable, reducing the environmental impact. as much as 50% of all new stainless steel that is produced in the united states is made from recycled scrap metal.

6.durable

stainless steel pipes will not weather over time. the pipes will look and act the same in 20 years as they do today. the pipes will not sag and require much less support than plastic pipes.