Are the metal parts going to rust, especially the spring? Or are they magnetic stainless (I hope!)
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You are correct. The spring is stainless although it is lightly responsive to magnetism and the spring retainer is a higher grade of stainless. We have been using the sensor in a salt water environment for almost a year without negative consequence.
1109014
Al parts are metal. as to whether they are stainless steel I'm not sure. However nothing has rusted.
566546
Yes. A magnet sticks to mine, and you know that these also rust rather easily.
1546672
Interesting. I contacted the manufacturer directly and they state that it should be genuine stainless steel, which of course would never rust. Their answer to the rust comments was that it was more likely mineral build-up confused as rust. I think most thinking adults, however, know the difference. Anyway, finding anything of quality at any price is harder and harder these days.
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Jwill, I can't say for sure. Mine show no signs of rust, but they are kept inside and dry. At the price I can not imagine that they are made of high quality stainless steel, so my guess is they will rust if left in an environment that would promote rust.
1739128
Not certain, but I speculate that since it's not stainless steel it will be prone to rust Having said that, the one I bought is in our laundry room with some humidity and still looks brand new.
1458962
Mine has not rusted but generally no stainless steel is completely rust-proof. The clasp is non-magnetic so it is more likely a 3xx grade of SUS and generally decent against oxidation and corrosion.
1802374
Nope, bought this as a gift was so impressed that I got one for my self. Both working fine. No rust so far. Actually, I don't believe that stainless steel will rust.
1094567
well I would love to know that also. Mine rusts just months after I get a new one. I have to keep getting new ones. Hope another person can answer your/my question
2126876
Over time they will rust. If you make sure they are dry before putting them away, they should last longer. Stainless steel. Keep in mind the phrase, get what you pay for. "I" have no complaints, hope this helps
1281751
Any steel will rust if submerged in water long enough. I do not suspect that they are stainless steel. If it helps, I live in Miami with high humidity and salt content and have had no trouble as of yet. Ultimately, I would categorize them as rust resistant, not rust proof. You can get plastic latches that will not rust but the strength and quality will be lacking. It really depends on you and your needs.
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Yes they will rust.. But they still work great even being rusted. If you could put some type of spray on it that didn't have a odor that would help prevent the rust.
660578
They are metal and they are not supposed to rust. You could get rust where the screws are but it would not show. Linda
871141
They can rust, but what I've seen is only surface rust that can be cleaned off. I would think with proper cleaning and maintenance it would be less of an issue.
1647086
I haven't seen any rust issues so far. Buying better hardware certainly won't hurt anything, but I would recommend using some type of thread lubricant to protect the exposed threads as you would in any other outdoor application.
954873
I have not had mine rust but they have developed a spotty green corrosion which Im told can be prevented with Bar Keepers Friend. They are great quality seats though and besides that one drawback theyre perfect and really ANY metal hinge is going to do that.
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Dear friend, the material of this item is stainless steel. And pls don't worry. It won't become rusty. Thank you!