Hardening

Hardening

Hardening is a heat treatment process used to increase the hardness and strength of metals, particularly steel. This process involves heating a metal to a high temperature, followed by rapid cooling (quenching) to achieve a hard, brittle microstructure. The primary goal of hardening is to enhance the wear resistance and overall durability of the material.

Hardening is a critical heat treatment process used to enhance the hardness, strength, and wear resistance of metals. By carefully controlling the heating, soaking, and quenching processes, manufacturers can produce components that meet the rigorous demands of various industrial applications.