Causes and prevention methods of stainless steel shower hose rust

Causes and prevention methods of stainless steel shower hose rust

Chrome Polished Stainless Steel Shower Hose is a must-have bathroom accessory in many families, but many people find that it is easy to rust during use. Why is it so easy to rust? What methods can prevent it from rusting? The following I will Let's popularize science for everyone.The appearance of the Chrome Polished Stainless Steel Shower Hose is made of stainless steel, and the stainless steel will react with the oxygen in the atmosphere, thus forming an oxide film on the surface of the material.The iron oxide formed on the surface of the steel will continue to oxidize under the action of oxygen in the air, and the rust will continue to expand as time goes by, forming holes.For this reason, manufacturers choose to use oxidation-resistant steel. In order to further increase its corrosion resistance, electroplating will be performed on the surface of oxidation-resistant steel, but it does not mean that the steel after electroplating will not rust and corrode. It is only a thin film on the surface, and this protection is limited. Once the protective layer is damaged, the steel surface will start to rust.

Generally speaking, the corrosion resistance of stainless steel materials is directly related to the chromium content in the material. If the chromium content in the material is 10.5%, the corrosion resistance of the Kink-free Stainless Steel Shower Hose can be greatly increased, but it does not mean that The higher the chromium content, the higher the corrosion resistance of the steel. According to the research, although the chromium content in the steel increases, the overall corrosion resistance of the steel does not increase significantly.This is mainly because when the steel is alloyed with chromium, the type of surface oxide changes, making the surface similar to the oxide formed on the surface of pure chromium metal. The tightly adhered chromium-rich oxide will protect the surface of the steel, thereby effectively preventing the oxidation of the steel.It's just that this layer of oxide layer is relatively thin, and it can still retain the natural luster of the stainless steel surface, so that the characteristics of the stainless steel material can be preserved, but once this layer of oxide layer is damaged, the stainless steel surface below will be exposed to the surface. In the air, but after the stainless steel surface reacts with the atmosphere, this layer of oxide layer will have a self-healing process, thereby forming a passivation film again to protect the steel.However, if the oxide layer on the surface of stainless steel is completely destroyed, the protective effect will be lost, and the surface of stainless steel will chemically react with oxygen, moisture, salt, etc. in the atmosphere, resulting in rust.
How to prevent the Burst-Proof Stainless Steel Shower Hose from rusting? After some people find that the Burst-Proof Stainless Steel Shower Hose at home is rusted, they always try to remove the traces of rust on it, but even after treatment, the surface gloss is not as good as that just bought when. In fact, pay attention to the following points during normal use, which can prevent rust very well.
1. Do a good job of waterproofing. The bathroom is a place with a relatively large water consumption in the house. It is inevitable that there will be a lot of water droplets and water marks when using it. Wetness will cause the hose to rust. Therefore, it is usually necessary to be waterproof. After the shower, mop the floor in time. Ventilate, pay attention to the smooth flow of sewers, and reduce water accumulation.
2. When purchasing a Burst-Proof Stainless Steel Shower Hose, you can choose a hose that has been chrome-plated on the surface. The corrosion resistance of the chrome-plated hose is much stronger than that of the Burst-Proof Stainless Steel Shower Hose that has not been chrome-plated, so it is not easy to rust. Pay attention to check the coating Is it uniform and complete.
In addition, the stainless steel shower hose can also be sent to a specialized repair shop for maintenance. During use, avoid splashing acidic substances on the surface of the Burst-Proof Stainless Steel Shower Hose. If a slight rust is found on the surface, it should be dealt with in time to avoid the expansion of the rusted surface.