I retired from the nuclear fuel business. The top and bottom nozzles
which support the fuel rods in the reactor are 304 stainless. We used
the low carbon version (304L). If it will stand up in reactor service
for 6 years, I think it will work for you.
73's
Larry W4LK
Dan Zimmerman N3OX wrote:
> It's not worth getting the 316. 304 holds up fine; I've seen pieces
> left outside for years with no corrosion. Even in a marine
> environment, honestly, I'd expect the salt spray would eat four
> antennas before it took out your 304SS mast, though I've not witnessed
> saltwater corrosion of 304 myself.
>
> 73,
> Dan
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