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title: "Material Matters: Selecting the Right Material for Corrosion Resistance"
description: Just about every metal corrodes under certain conditions, yet some materials resist corrosion better than others. Yet while managing corrosion may begin with materials, it is vital to ensure that the components you select have been manufactured to the highest standards. From bar stock qualification to final inspection, quality should be part of every transaction.
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# [Material Matters: Selecting the Right Material for Corrosion Resistance](https://northerncal.swagelok.com/blog/material-matters-selecting-the-right-material-for-corrosion-resistance)

 Written by [Jeff Hopkins](https://northerncal.swagelok.com/blog/author/jeff-hopkins) | 5/9/19 4:00 PM

Just about every metal corrodes under certain conditions, yet some materials resist corrosion better than others. Yet while managing corrosion may begin with materials, it is vital to ensure that the components you select have been manufactured to the highest standards. **From bar stock qualification to final inspection, quality should be part of every transaction.**

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