| Title | स्टेनलेस स्टील की रेलिंग (Stainless Steel Railing)Rare Sṭēnalesa Sṭīla kī Reliṅga Stainless Steel Railing |
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| Description | स्टेनलेस स्टील रेलिंग (Sṭēnalesa Sṭīla Relinga), or जंगरोधी इस्पात रेलिंग (Jaṅgarodhī Ispāta Reliṅga), denotes a corrosion-resistant iron alloy containing chromium (≥10.5%) and other elements [1]. Its modern application in Indic architecture, particularly post-independence (स्वतंत्रता के बाद), contrasts with traditional materials like sandstone (बलुआ पत्थर) and timber (लकड़ी). While not directly linked to ancient "धातु कर्म" (dhātu karma - metallurgy), its durability addresses conservation needs in heritage sites. Common grades, such as 304 and 316, exhibit tensile strengths of 500-700 MPa and yield strengths of 200-450 MPa [2]. The alloy's high corrosion resistance suits diverse climates across the Indian subcontinent. Processing involves smelting iron ore, often sourced from regions like Odisha and Jharkhand, followed by alloying and shaping. Conservation efforts prioritize cleaning and passivation to maintain its "अकलंक" (akalanka - stainless) nature. Its use in modern "स्थापत्यकला" (sthāpatyakalā - architecture) reflects a shift from traditional materials [3]. |
| Also Known As | Stainless Steel Railing Sṭēnalesa Sṭīla kī Reliṅga Stainless Steel Railing Inox Railing Corrosion-resistant Steel Railing स्टेनलेस स्टील की रेलिंग जंगरोधी इस्पात रेलिंग अकलंक इस्पात रेलिंग எஃகு கைப்பிடி (Eḵku kaippiṭi) స్టెయిన్లెస్ స్టీల్ రెయిలింగ్ (Sṭeinles Sṭīl Reiḷiṅg) ಸ್ಟೇನ್ಲೆಸ್ ಸ್ಟೀಲ್ ರೇಲಿಂಗ್ (Sṭēnlēs Sṭīl Rēliṅg) |
| Tags | Stainless Steel Railing Metal Corrosion Resistant Balustrade |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-653800690-20-11-25-SL |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/stainless-steel-railing |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/stainless-steel-railing |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
External References
Material Types
| Types | Metal Alloy Stainless Steel |
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Regions
| Regions | India Global |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 20th Century CE - Present |
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Geographic Sources
| Sources | Steel mills Metal fabrication shops Manufacturing plants |
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Properties
| Properties | Density: 7.75 - 8.1 g/cm³ Tensile strength: 500-700 MPa Yield strength: 200-450 MPa Corrosion resistance: High to Excellent Thermal expansion coefficient: ~17 x 10^-6 /°C Melting point: 1400-1450 °C |
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Common Uses
| Uses | Safety barriers Handrails Balustrades Architectural features Decorative elements Balconies Staircases Terraces |
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Related Materials
| Materials | Glass Aluminium Concrete Iron Steel Wood Stone |
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Related Styles
| Styles | Modern Architecture Contemporary Design |
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Related Categories
| Categories | Temples Commercial Buildings Residential Buildings Temple stairs Balconies Walkways Residential buildings Commercial buildings Temple (modern additions) Community halls Modern temples |
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Conservation Notes
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Properties of Stainless Steels | Technical Data Sheet | Mechanical and chemical properties of stainless steel grades |
| Properties and Selection: Stainless Steels | Handbook | ASM Handbook on stainless steel properties and applications |
| ASTM A240 | Material Standard | Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications |
| Handbook of Stainless Steel | Technical Guide | Stainless steel properties and applications |
| Indian Institute of Metals publications | Technical Report | Stainless steel properties and applications |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Sri Mandir Auburn | Secondary | Roof | 100% |