Electroslag Remelting (ESR): Process & Steel Properties
Sometimes, your chosen steel grade requires a slight performance bump, and, in this case, a...
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Steel Cleanliness: Standards, Measurement, and Methods
Imagine machining the perfect part for a critical application — only to discover the source...
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Autoclaving Stainless Steel: How to Pick the Right Grades
An autoclave uses pressurized steam to clean instruments and other objects inside its chamber. It’s...
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Cryogenic Stainless Steel: Exploring Grades for Critical, Low Temperature Applications
If you need a component that can resist corrosion in extremely frigid environments, it’s time to...
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Understanding Steel Rolling: Hot Rolled vs. Cold Rolled Options for Your Needs
When placing an order with a mill, service center, or stockist, it’s helpful to know the difference...
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52100 vs A485 Grade 1: What You Need to Know
While 52100 (AMS 6440) is a popular general-purpose bearing steel, other alloys within the 52100...
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Hardening Options for Steel: Through Hardening vs. Nitriding vs. Carburizing vs. Induction
There are several methods of hardening steel, and your choice can determine whether the final...
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XD15NW®: A Cronidur®30 Alternative for Aerospace Applications
Cronidur®30 is a familiar name in the aerospace industry. The steel has high hardness and corrosion...
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