Stainless steel shot is essential when carbon steel contamination cannot be tolerated.
## Typical Applications
**Non-Ferrous:** Aluminum and magnesium casting cleaning.
**Food-Grade:** FDA/EU regulations prohibit carbon steel contamination.
**Titanium:** Aerospace-grade titanium cannot tolerate iron contamination.
Product Guide5 min read2025-03-08
Stainless Steel Shot: Applications & Selection Guide
When to use stainless steel shot over carbon steel shot — for non-ferrous, food-grade, and corrosion-sensitive applications.
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