The profile is available in the following material versions:
E = Stainless steel
V2A, material no. 1.4301 = AISI 304
V4A material no. 1.4404 = AISO 316L
EB = Brushed stainless steel
Material properties and areas of application
In special cases, the suitability of the profile must be verified based on the anticipated chemical and mechanical stresses. The information provided below is intended as a general guideline.
The profile is made of stainless steel material no. V2A (material no. 1.4301 = AISI 304) or V4A (material no. 1.4404 = AISI 316L), which is produced in a roll forming process from metal strips and features trapezoid perforations in the area of the anchoring legs. The visible surfaces of the profile are covered with a protective foil. The profile is highly durable and especially suited for application areas that must be resistant to chemicals and acids, such as the food industry, breweries, dairies, industrial kitchens, and hospitals. It is also suitable for use in residential settings.
The use of V4A is recommended if consistent exposure is expected, for example in the case of swimming pools (fresh water). Even stainless steel is not resistant to all chemical stresses, and may be affected by hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acid or certain chloride and brine concentrations. Special anticipated stresses should therefore be verified in advance.
Depending on the anticipated chemical stresses, customers can choose between the alloys of material no. 1.4301 (V2A) or material no. 1.4404 (V4A).