metal Flashcards
1
Q
what are the 3 types of metals
A
ferrous
non-ferrous
alloys
2
Q
alloy
A
a metal made from two or metals
stainless steel
3
Q
ferrous
A
metal containing mostly iron and carbon
magnetic and will rust
mild steel
4
Q
non-ferrous
A
does not contain iron
not magnetic and do not rust
aluminium
5
Q
mild steel
A
Versatile material
Easily worked
Malleable
Ductile
Good tensile strength
6
Q
aluminium
A
Lightweight
Corrosion resistant
Good conductor of electricity
Malleable
Cracks under stress
Does not withstand great loads
7
Q
stainless steel
A
Corrosion resistant
Heat resistant
Can be recycled
Good strength
Expensive
Hard to machine
8
Q
finishes
A
paint
powder coating
polish
9
Q
cutting straight lines
A
metal cutting band saw
10
Q
cutting curved lines
A
bandsaw
10
Q
drilling holes
A
bench drill
