Rapid Industrial FastenersRapid Industrial Fasteners
June 30, 2026
We work with a range of materials, including:
– Carbon and Alloy Steel
– Stainless Steel
– Super Alloys and Duplex Steel
– Non-Ferrous
Materials range comparison table:
| Category | Typical Composition | Key Properties | Strength Level | Corrosion Resistance | Temperature Resistance | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon & Alloy Steel | Iron + carbon; alloy steels include Cr, Ni, Mo, V, Mn | High strength, good machinability, cost effective, heat treatable | Medium to very high | Low to moderate (requires coatings) | Moderate; alloy steels can handle higher temps | Structural components, fasteners, automotive, machinery |
| Stainless- Steel | Iron + ≥10.5% chromium; may include Ni, Mo, N | Excellent corrosion resistance, cleanability, good formability, non-rusting | Medium to high (varies by grade) | High (especially 304/316) | Good at both high and low temperatures | Marine hardware, food/medical equipment, architectural, chemical processing |
| Super Alloys | Nickel, cobalt, chromium, molybdenum, titanium | Extreme heat resistance, high strength, oxidation resistance, stable under stress | Very high | Very high | Exceptional — designed for extreme heat | Aerospace, turbines, high temp fasteners, energy sector |
| Duplex Stainless- Steel | 50/50 austenitic + ferritic stainless structure | Very high strength, excellent chloride resistance, good weldability | Very high (≈2× austenitic stainless) | Very high (especially against stress corrosion cracking) | Good | Offshore, petrochemical, marine, chemical tanks, high strength fasteners |
| Non-Ferrous Metals | Aluminium, copper alloys, nickel alloys, titanium, zinc | Lightweight, corrosion resistant, conductive (Cu), high strength-to-weight (Ti) | Low to very high (depends on metal) | Moderate to very high | Varies widely (excellent for Ti & Ni alloys) | Aerospace, electrical systems, marine, transport, decorative hardware |
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