I have a general query relating to the HDG of G7 (700 MPa) high tensile steel chain. Unfortunately I do not know the composition or treatment of the steel, only that it's sold by apparently reputable manufacturers in a HDG finish.
I have been trying to work out if the heat the chain is exposed...
I'm in the process of spec'ing a cast stainless for a marine product which will be submerged during use in salt water in a wide variety of locales, operating temperature range of say -5 to 35 deg C, and exposed to salt atmosphere outside when not in use.
Most/all competing products use 316/L...
