Selected Answers

From Tom Schwerdt of Active Transportation Advocates on October 11, 2019:
It is suitable only if a durable, non-conductive m ...read more It is suitable only if a durable, non-conductive material is placed as a barrier to prevent contact between the stainless and galvanized items. Galvanized strapping/banding is the better choice, and likely will cost less than stainless anyway.

From Marco Fabio Ramenzoni of ZINGA METALL BRASIL on October 9, 2019:
I agree with Chuck. A galvanic cell will form and ...read more I agree with Chuck. A galvanic cell will form and the zinc will react faster in sacrifice to iron and other metals of the stainless steel alloy.The insulation material must be a non-conductive one. Or the fixing material should be made of the same material as the fixed one, for example, galvanized steel banding for fixing galvanized insulation cladding.

From Chuck Nizzi of Hawkeye Inspections on October 3, 2019:
No, it is not suitable. The stainless banding will ...read more No, it is not suitable. The stainless banding will galvanically react with the zinc and underlying steel. The stainless banding will survive but cause accelerated corrosion of the jacket material in contact with the stainless steel.