How to Identify Plate Heat Exchanger Plate Materials: 304, 316 or Titanium
A spark test can provide a quick preliminary indication of whether a plate heat exchanger plate is stainless steel or titanium. However, spark appearance alone cannot reliably distinguish 304 from 316 stainless steel. For accurate plate material verification, check the equipment nameplate and material certificates, then use a handheld XRF analyzer or another approved PMI method.
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