Korkohiilisterästen

Korkohiilisterästen refers to a category of steel alloys characterized by a high carbon content, typically exceeding 0.6%. This high carbon content significantly influences the material's properties, leading to increased hardness, strength, and wear resistance compared to steels with lower carbon levels. However, the increased hardness can also result in reduced ductility and toughness, making them more brittle.

The manufacturing process for korkohiilisterästen involves precise control over carbon content, alloying elements, and heat treatment. Quenching and tempering are common heat treatment methods used to achieve the desired balance of hardness and toughness. Alloying elements such as chromium, molybdenum, vanadium, and tungsten are often added to further enhance specific properties like hardenability, wear resistance, and strength at elevated temperatures.

Korkohiilisterästen find application in a wide range of demanding industries. They are frequently used for manufacturing cutting tools, such as knives, drills, and saw blades, where their hardness and edge retention are critical. Other applications include bearings, springs, dies, and high-stress mechanical components that require exceptional durability and resistance to deformation. The specific composition and heat treatment are tailored to the intended use, ensuring optimal performance for each application.