Source: Paulo Learning Center
Heat treaters strive to deliver parts that meet industry and manufacturers’ specifications with precision, but too often the information they get from customers is inadequate, unclear or incorrect. This article from Paulo’s Learning Center provides 7 points of data that will help a metallurgist treat parts to stand up to the manufacturer’s intended application, including:
- making sure materials are clearly identified
- specifying the process required
- noting prescribed hardness tolerance
- identifying case depth tolerance
- sharing the right amount of information
- providing correct hardness scales
- identifying inspection points
Read more: “Understanding Heat Treatment Specifications”
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