nonnitrided
Nonnitrided refers to materials or processes that have not undergone nitriding. Nitriding is a thermochemical diffusion process used to introduce nitrogen into the surface of a metal, typically steel. This surface modification increases hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue strength. Therefore, a nonnitrided material or part is one that has not been subjected to this specific treatment.
In many applications, nitriding is a desirable surface treatment for metal components. However, there are instances
The term "nonnitrided" is often used in contrast to nitrided materials, particularly when comparing mechanical properties,