My only concern would be how long this lasts with steel and aluminum? Those materials typically don't play together well in a salty air environment.
1992320
I will only say this is high quality steel and aluminum, not cheap material. Beyond that I don't live in a salty air environment and cannot give an informed opinion on the issue sorry
1992321
I've used this for a couple of months. I can't say how it will hold up in a salty environment, though. You'd probably need to it lubed with something. Also, it doesn't have inserts like the Kreg jigs so when they wear out, you need to replace the entire jig.
1720350
I don't think the rail is made to be exposed to harsh weather for long periods of time. I don't know how the plastic mounting brackets will react to the aluminum rail in hot/cold/rain. The rails themselves should be fine. If you do decide to do so, I would at least caulk the top of the rail and try to find a way to keep water out of middle part where it mounts to the wall.
1916082
I would not use it in a high risk application like this. It will eventually fail and spray anyone near it with hot salt water. Even brass will corrode, so stainless steel would be the best choice for the temperature and the corrosion.
1711025
I would be very surprised if it was aluminum as mine has rusted pretty significantly in the year I've owned it. To be fair, I live full time on a boat near salt water but if it was aluminum I would think it wouldn't rust even then.
152866
I'm not sure whether aluminum or steel, but it is fairly sturdy. It stood up to very strong winds.
1940553
I don't think there's any problem using this product on aluminum, I have used it with great success and the product has come in contact with several differt metals including copper and brass without issues. Make sure if your using a scraper to scrape with somethingthat won't damage your aluminum.
320218
Since it is stainless steel it will likely do fine provided you're not taking it up to temperatures that will have a detrimental structural effect on the steel. I'd think that you will be ok up to about 230C. Keep in mind this is an educated guess, I've got an aluminum chamber and it's been handling 175C just fine.
1034427
I would not leave it exposed to weather. It will eventually show corrosion.
1881643
aluminum if u use some cooking spray it would be good i have no complaints but this i love it with proper care it will go along way I've had mines for abt 8mnts still working real good
2249105
Saltwater just loves aluminum. Without a good freshwater rinse it wouldn't take long to corrode up...
994631
Its made out of steel. I don't think you would have any problems but maybe a little rust after a while. If your concerned put some sort of cover over when your not using. Very steady and well worth the money.
277926
I would not leave this outside for prolonged periods, particularly in winter weather. While it is well designed and materials seem to be quality there are many parts that would most likely rust and degrade from extreme exposure.
1450371
I am using it on an outside porch. I have a lot of salt spray so it may eventually rust, but I think a little rustoleum spray will go along way if this happens. Has worked great so far! A little car polish can help add some protection as well.
313044
It is made of a high quality stainless steel. It will not rust when wet under most conditions. However it is not made of the type of stainless steel from which Nautical Equipment is made. I would not suggest that this item be exposed to a highly corrosive environment (such as the salt water of the sea) for a lengthy period of time.
917029
I believe it's cast aluminum so that shouldn't happen. This thing works great. Use it all the time.
1627388
The metal is all coated so it should hold up ok. The padded grips would probably degrade in the sun and rain after a year or two.
916358
es aluminio, no se oxida, pero si se trabara con la sal... is aluminum does not rust, but would lock with salt ...