2007-01-05 02:52:50 · 3 answers · asked by Carrot Cruncher 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
The 18/10 refers to the proportion of chromium to nickel in the stainless steel alloy. To be classified as stainless steel, an iron base alloy must contain at least 10.5 % of chromium. The presence of chromium enables the steel to form an invisible layer of oxide that protects it against corrosion
2007-01-05 02:54:50 · answer #1 · answered by Jennifer W 4 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Jennifer's answer is correct regarding the definition of stainless steel. 18/8 is the most common grade of stainless steel for flatware. 18/10 is more expensive and corrosion resistant than 18/8.
"A typical composition of 18% chromium and 10% nickel, commonly known as 18/10 stainless is often used in flatware. Similarly 18/0 and 18/8 is also available." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stainless_steel
18/10 is also known as marine grade stainless steel.
2007-01-05 11:11:06 · answer #2 · answered by Mmerobin 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2007-01-05 10:54:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋