Metals Section Include manufacturing, testing and Characterization of Following; Steel | Cast Iron
Depending on numerous elements that influence its microstructure, steel may be brittle or ductile. It can also be hard and soft, which is dependent on the chemical composition, heat treatment, and other factors. Let’s look at some factors that can make steel Ductile or Brittle; Carbon Percentage Steel is an alloy of iron and carbon …
440a stainless steel is a type of steel that has increased corrosion resistance. This blog post will explore the properties, uses, and production methods of 440a stainless steel. What is 440a Stainless Steel? 440a Stainless steel is a medium carbon, martensitic stainless steel with a range of applications in knives, and surgical tools. High chromium …
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Complete, Easy to understand guide on Bainite in Steel. Every bit of detail is shared related to properties, composition, heat treatment and microstructure.
1080 steel is considered one of the common spring steel grades used in piano wires. Article here summarizes all important aspects related to 1080 high carbon steel including properties, composition, heat treatment, manufacturing, microstructural evolution, and much more. What is 1080 Steel? ASTM AISI 1080 steel is high carbon fully pearlitic steel having a carbon …
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W2 steel review is needed for all knife users because it’s perhaps one of the most notable blade steel if high hardness and edge retention are prerequisites. W2 steel knife is respected by knife users because of the points we mentioned in our review. If you are interested in w2 tool steel, then I hope I answer all …
9Cr18MoV stainless steel has high hardness and edge retention with low toughness. This steel is ideal for hunting if not abused much.
D6AC Steel composition, heat treatment, properties and applications are covered. It is ultra high strength steel used in aircraft structures.
430 stainless steel is non-hardenable, rich in chromium stainless steel. Properties, heat treatment and applications are mainly focused.
Steel heat treating is useful for softening, hardening and changing physical properties. Common heat treatment operations are annealing, Normalizing, Surface hardening, Quenching and more..
Topic Covered are; What is Hardenability of steel, Hardness VS Hardenability, Jominy End Quench Test, and factors like Grain Size, alloying elements, Carbon
