The Effects of Low Temperature Carbon Diffusion on Stainless Steel
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Abstract:
Stainless steels along with Nickel based alloys are often selected for many applications in corrosive environments. While resistance to corrosion makes them a favorable choice, poor tribological behavior may prevent a broader use of these materials. Kolsterising® is a low temperature carbon diffusion treatment for stainless steel that can expand the design window of these alloys. This diffusion process results in a significant increase in surface hardness while still maintaining the ductility and corrosion resistance of the substrate.
The purpose of this discussion is to provide an introduction to Kolsterising® and review the benefits it creates related to wear, galling, and erosion.
Stainless steels along with Nickel based alloys are often selected for many applications in corrosive environments. While resistance to corrosion makes them a favorable choice, poor tribological behavior may prevent a broader use of these materials. Kolsterising® is a low temperature carbon diffusion treatment for stainless steel that can expand the design window of these alloys. This diffusion process results in a significant increase in surface hardness while still maintaining the ductility and corrosion resistance of the substrate.
The purpose of this discussion is to provide an introduction to Kolsterising® and review the benefits it creates related to wear, galling, and erosion.
Biography:
David received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering From Texas A&M University in 2010. He then spent 8 years in the rotating equipment industry with a focus on the downstream oil & gas market. David joined Bodycote in 2018 as a Market Development Engineer to further develop the Kolsterising® market in North America. David can be reached by email: David.Cummings@bodycote.com, r visit our website at www.bodycote.com/s3p
David received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering From Texas A&M University in 2010. He then spent 8 years in the rotating equipment industry with a focus on the downstream oil & gas market. David joined Bodycote in 2018 as a Market Development Engineer to further develop the Kolsterising® market in North America. David can be reached by email: David.Cummings@bodycote.com, r visit our website at www.bodycote.com/s3p
