Fastening Into Stainless Steel: Drill, Tap, and Torque Tips for DIYers

Threading into stainless is doable, but it’s not like tapping into pine or even aluminium. You’ve got to respect the material — otherwise, it’ll chew up your tap and leave you with a half-threaded hole and a fresh reason to go to the pub early.

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Steel Types Comparison

Understanding the difference between steel types is useful to ensure the correct products are used for your job. This article includes a brief comparison of common steels that we stock including stainless steel 316, stainless steel 304, mild steel, high tensile steel and galvanised steel.

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