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Gas Nitriding/Gas Nitrocarburizing
Gas Nitriding or Gas Nitrocarburizing is a case-hardening process whereby nitrogen is introduced into the surface of a solid ferrous alloy by holding the metal at a suitable temperature in contact with a nitrogenous gas, usually ammonia.
Benefits include:
- Extends part/tool life
- Adds performance, fatigue strength and endurance
- Enhances surface lubricity
- Reduces erosion
- Increases material flow in molds and dies
- Improves corrosion resistance
- No post-process machining
- Improves wear resistance
- Zero to minimal growth/distortion
- Precise and versatile
- Phase controllable compound zone
Recommended for:
- Stainless steels
- Tool steels
- Powdered metals
- Medium carbon steels
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