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Why would you want to use stainless steel in one of your welding projects? Here are a few examples.

 You need part or all of the project to be rust-proof. This goal is pretty self-explanatory, but if your project is going to be located outside — especially in an area that gets a lot of precipitation or salt abuse — and you can’t let it get rusty, stainless steel is one option to consider.

 You don’t mind spending some extra money. Compared to other metals (carbon steel, for example), stainless steel is expensive! It can cost as much as five times more than steel.

 You need part or all of the project to be hygienic. The strong, consistent surface of stainless steel means that it doesn’t have tiny irregularities in the surface that bacteria and other critters can cling to. It also means that you can clean the surface with some pretty powerful cleaners without damaging the material. For those reasons, stainless steel is a popular choice for food preparation and storage equipment, and also for medical purposes.