Material options to discuss
| Material family | Information needed |
|---|---|
| Carbon steel | Required grade or property class, coating and service environment |
| Alloy steel | Material / mechanical specification and heat-treatment requirements |
| Stainless steel | Exact designation, required fastener properties and corrosion context |
| Brass, aluminium or other alloys | Actual alloy, application, drawings and suitability requirements |
Material is part of the specification
A material family does not establish every mechanical property or corrosion requirement. Provide the governing product specification and inspection documents with the order.
Availability is confirmed for the particular product and quantity. Do not assume every listed material is suitable for every fastener.