How to harden 440C stainless steel
When it comes to stainless steel, AISI 440C (X105CrMo17) stands out as one of the top choices in the 400 series. Known for its high carbon content, 440C stainless steel offers exceptional hardness (58-60HRC) and …
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80CrV2 Heat Treatment Guide
80CrV2 is a popular tool steel known for its excellent combination of toughness, wear resistance, and ease of heat treatment. To fully harness its potential, understanding the proper heat treatment process is essential. In this …
Why does quenching copper soften it when quenching steel hardens it?
Quenching, a rapid cooling process used in metallurgy, has contrasting effects on copper and steel. While quenching hardens steel, it softens copper alloys. The underlying metallurgical mechanisms driving these divergent outcomes can be attributed to …
Why Does Metal Become Harder When You Heat Treat It?
Heat treatment is a widely used technique in metallurgy to modify the properties of metals, and one of the intriguing phenomena observed during this process is the increase in hardness. Understanding why metals become harder …
Why it is important to heat treat after tempering
Heat treating and tempering are two essential processes in the metallurgical treatment of steel. Each process serves a specific purpose and contributes to the final properties of the material. “Tempering is a heat treatment process …
is 17-4 stainless steel magnetic
Is 17-4 stainless steel magnetic? The magnetic behavior of stainless steel is primarily influenced by its microstructure and chemical composition. In the case of 17-4 stainless steel, it undergoes a transformation from austenite to martensite …
1018 vs. 4140 Steel
1018 Steel The Versatile Low-Carbon OptionOne widely used steel grade is 1018, known for its versatility and affordability. Classified as a mild steel, it finds its application in various everyday uses. Some common examples include …
4140 vs 4130 Steel: Understanding the Differences
4140 and 4130 steels are often compared due to their popularity and similar composition within the 41xx category. In this blog post, we will go through the comparison of 4140 vs 4130 steel, exploring their …
what is the difference in the heat treat process for 4130 vs 4140
The heat treatment processes for 4130 and 4140 steels differ in terms of the recommended heat treatment cycles and resulting material properties. Here’s a comparison of the heat treatment processes for these two alloy steels: …
AISI 4130 steel Heat Treatment Guide
AISI 4130 is a versatile and widely used chromium-molybdenum alloy steel known for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and exceptional weldability. To fully utilize its potential, proper heat treatment is crucial. In this blog post, we …