Review:
Case Hardening
overall review score: 4
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Case-hardening is a heat treatment process used to increase the hardness of the outer surface of a metal while maintaining a ductile core.
Key Features
- Increased surface hardness
- Retained core toughness
- Improved wear resistance
- Enhanced fatigue resistance
Pros
- Provides a balance between hardness and toughness
- Increases wear resistance of metal parts
- Can be applied to a variety of metals
Cons
- Requires skilled labor and specialized equipment
- Process can be time-consuming and costly