metalssteel
Metalssteel, commonly referred to as steel, is a family of iron-based alloys whose main alloying element is carbon, typically up to about 2% by weight. The carbon content, along with other alloying elements, determines properties such as strength, hardness, and ductility. Common alloying elements include chromium, nickel, vanadium, molybdenum, and vanadium, which can enhance hardenability, corrosion resistance, or toughness.
Steels are classified in several ways. Carbon steels rely primarily on carbon content to balance strength and
Production typically begins with iron ore smelting to produce pig iron, which is then refined in a
Applications span construction, automotive and aerospace components, machinery, pipelines, tools, and consumer goods. Standards and grades