Cast iron properties
Cast iron properties
(OP)
I am a little confused as to the properties of cast iron.
Generally in materials when the hardness increases there is a reduction in toughness, and vice versa. In cast iron the material is very brittle yet the hardness/tensile is also very low. Can you explian this?
Also, one of the properties associated with cast iron is wear resistance and as it is generally a soft material I was wondering how this could be?
Generally in materials when the hardness increases there is a reduction in toughness, and vice versa. In cast iron the material is very brittle yet the hardness/tensile is also very low. Can you explian this?
Also, one of the properties associated with cast iron is wear resistance and as it is generally a soft material I was wondering how this could be?





RE: Cast iron properties
The wear resistance of cast irons is a different matter, and the answer depends on the type and application.
Maui
www.EngineeringMetallurgy.com
RE: Cast iron properties
I am talking about grey iron but I wouldnt imagine that they would utilise any special grades, I could be wrong though.
RE: Cast iron properties
RE: Cast iron properties
You might want to avoid multiple posting, site management frowns upon it and it can confuse responders.
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