8620 Carbon Steel Casting
Carbon Steel Alloy 8620 is a low carbon case hardening alloy that features a hard case with a tough ductile core which experiences minimal distortion during heat treatment, this alloy steel provides a combination of toughness, hardness, strength and impact performance not found in lower grade carbon steels. 8620 steel is a low-alloy, carburizing steel suited for various applications due to its unique qualities. It is an excellent material for automotive, aerospace, and military components due to its high toughness, carburizing capability, adaptability, cost-effectiveness, and clean surface finish.
Application & Industries for 8620 Investment Castings:
8620 steel is a low-alloy, carburizing steel with many uses, including automotive, aerospace, and military components. This steel’s particular characteristics make it an appropriate material for various applications. First and foremost, 8620 steel is renowned for its exceptional durability. This indicates that the material has a strong impact resistance and can endure big loads without cracking or breaking. This makes it a perfect material for:
- Gears
- Shafts
- Axles (subjected to extreme stress or impact)
- Cranks
- Bushing
- Bolts
- Springs
- Hand Tools
- Firearm Components
Advantages of 8620 Carbon Steel Casting:
- Increased hardness due to Carburizing
- Durable
- Wear Resistance
- Versatile among many industries & applications
- Cost-effective
- Smooth/Clean surface finish
- Quality consistency
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