Ferrous alloys Flashcards
1
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Stainless steel
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Tough, hard, corrosion resistant
18 per cent chrome and 8 per cent nickel
Melting temp - 1,149°C
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High speed stell (HHS)
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Hard, tough, high level of resistance to frictional heat
18 per cent tungsten, 4 per cent chromium, 1 per cent vanadium and 0.5 - 0.8 per cent carbon
3
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Die steel (tool steel)
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Hard, tough
