7 - Performance and characteristics of metals - Ferrous alloys Flashcards
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Stainless steel
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Tough, hard, corrosion resistant
18% chrome, 8% nickel
Melting point: 1510*C
Sinks, cutlery, kitchenware
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Hight speed steel
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Hard, tough, good resistance to frictional heat. Torsional strength.
18% tungsten, 4% chromium, 1% vanadium, 0.5-0.8% carbon
Tool blades, drill bits
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Die steel
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Hard, tough
Tools, presses
