Stress relief and stabilization heat treatment of 300 Series SS for maximizing chloride SCC and PASCC resistance can cause ____________ problems, especially in thicker sections.

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Stress relief and stabilization heat treatment can cause reheat cracking, especially in thicker sections, due to the high temperatures required for the process. This can lead to the formation of microcracks, which can then propagate during subsequent thermal cycles.

Stress Relief and Stabilization Heat Treatment of 300 Series SS