Steel is a versatile and reliable material that is widely used in various industries. The addition of metallic and non-metallic impurities makes it possible to significantly expand the possibilities of using metal and improve its quality. Choosing the right type of material plays a crucial role in the success of the project and the possibility of using a particular product.
Alloying steel is a process in which metal is added to the metal various chemical elements to obtain certain physical and mechanical properties and performance characteristics. For example, the addition of silicon improves plasticity and wear resistance spring alloys, will make them more durable and reliable. The introduction of magnesium helps to maintain the strength of products operating at high speeds. Due to their alloying with nickel and chromium, steels become highly resistant to corrosion, heat resistance and wear resistance and become an ideal material for creating valves for internal combustion engines, steam turbines, and medical instruments.
On the other hand, unalloyed metals also have their own advantages and applications. They are more affordable and are widely used for the manufacture of parts, assemblies and structures that are not exposed to difficult operating conditions. In addition, such materials are better suited for processes such as welding and forging, since alloy alloys under these processing methods can experience negative effects, for example, combustion of impurities in places of heating.
However, we should not forget that in order to successfully select a material, it is necessary to carefully study its composition and properties. After all, each project has its own specific requirements, and it is the right choice of steel that directly affects the quality and durability of the final result. Understanding how adding alloying elements will affect the performance of the material, and is a key aspect when choosing an alloy.
Alloyed and unalloyed steels — two different types of materials with different physical and mechanical properties and chemical compositions. In alloy steels, except gland, there are other metals or non-metals that significantly change their characteristics. Among alloying elements, a special place is occupied by materials such as nickel, chrome, molybdenum, vanadium, titanium et al.
Unalloyed metals do not contain alloying additives, but contain carbon, an essential element of any alloy, mainly present in the form of iron carbide. Depending on its percentage
