Metallurgy

Metallurgy

Metal works and production.

Industry: Metals; Materials science

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hardenability

Metals; Metallurgy

In ferrous alloys, the property that determines the depth and distribution of hardness induced by quenching.

hardened and tempered spring steel strip

Metals; Metallurgy

A medium or high carbon quality steel strip which has been subjected to the sequence of heating, quenching and tempering.

grinding cracks

Metals; Metallurgy

Shallow cracks formed in the surface of relatively hard materials because of excessive grinding heat or the high sensitivity of the material.

ground flat stock

Metals; Metallurgy

Annealed and pre-ground (to close tolerances) tool steel flats in standard sizes ready for tool room use. These are three common grades; water hardening, oil hardening, and air hardening quality.

guide

Metals; Metallurgy

Device for holding the metal in the proper position, during rolling, or slitting.

Scratches or marks appearing parallel to edges of cold rolled strip caused by scale or other particles which have become imbedded in or have adhered to the rolling mill guide. Also applies to similar ...