Galvanized Steel

[Matt Lukes]

Avete!<br>
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Does anyone know if it's actaully feasable to 'clean' galvanized sheet steel down to bare mild steel? I would think it's theoretically possible, but not if it's actually practical. I need some thin sheet steel, but can't find anything thinner than 24 gauge- except for galvanized roofing metal.<br>
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Any help would be appreciated.<br>
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Valete<br>
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Matt <p></p><i></i>

[LUCIUS ALFENUS AVITIANUS]

SALVE<br>
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A method to take off the galvanized is to put the steel some hours in vinegar. We make that with wire to make the lorica hamata and works fine.<br>
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Another possibility is to hot the metal with a propane torch to red colour. Then let the metal get cold slowly. It softens the metal too.<br>
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I hope that helps you.<br>
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VALE <p></p><i></i>

[LUCIUS ALFENUS AVITIANUS]

I forgot to say that the second procediment can make some smoke. It can be dangerous, so make it in a well ventiled place or outdoors.<br>
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Sorry <p></p><i></i>

[Matt Lukes]

Thanks very much Avitanvs, I had thought of simply using a wire wheel and brushing off the coating in the first place, and knowing a dilute acid like vinegar makes the process easier is very helpful. And thanks for the warning about heating.<br>
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Matt <p></p><i></i>