Hardfacing vs. Nitriding
Hardfacing vs. Nitriding
(OP)
Hi all, I have a few questions regarding Nitriding and Hardfacing.
First, I am under the impression that Nitiriding does not add a layer of metal over the original piece but rather just uses nitrogen to make the outside of the piece stronger. Is this correct?
Second, Hardfacing is a process by which you add a stronger material onto the piece. Is this correct?
Third, is it possible to nitride a piece with another material such as tungsten carbide or stellite or is that considered hardfacing?
Lets assume the "piece" is 4130 or 410
Thanks for the help.
MP
First, I am under the impression that Nitiriding does not add a layer of metal over the original piece but rather just uses nitrogen to make the outside of the piece stronger. Is this correct?
Second, Hardfacing is a process by which you add a stronger material onto the piece. Is this correct?
Third, is it possible to nitride a piece with another material such as tungsten carbide or stellite or is that considered hardfacing?
Lets assume the "piece" is 4130 or 410
Thanks for the help.
MP





RE: Hardfacing vs. Nitriding
RE: Hardfacing vs. Nitriding
MP
RE: Hardfacing vs. Nitriding
Hardfacing will definitely provide a better wear surface.I hope your concerns are towards improving wear life and corrosion resistance is not a priority. If you can explain the application, better suggestions might emerge.
RE: Hardfacing vs. Nitriding
Hardfacing will definitely provide a better wear surface.I hope your concerns are towards improving wear life and corrosion resistance is not a priority. If you can explain the application, better suggestions might emerge.