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⚙️#Iron-#carbon #diagram: the foundation of modern #metallurgy and #materials #technology The #iron-#carbon #diagram is a fundamental tool in #metallurgy and #meterials #technology. It shows the interactions between iron and carbon in different phases and their influence on the properties of iron alloys. The diagram distinguishes between the metastable system (Fe-Fe3C) with bounded carbon and the stable system (Fe-C) with graphite. This distinction enables a better understanding of the behavior of iron alloys in different states and under various conditions. The importance of the iron-carbon diagram lies in several aspects: ✔️ Phase recognition and control ✔️ Heat treatment ✔️ Alloy development ✔️ Economic efficiency Overall, the iron-carbon diagram is an indispensable tool for anyone involved in the production and processing of ferrous materials. It provides a theoretical basis that supports practical applications in industry and promotes the development of new materials. Let's enjoy the variety of information presented in this diagram together! If you would like to receive a digital PDF of the iron-carbon diagram, please feel free to contact us: 📩 https://lnkd.in/emsmXGsm  

🥏 Use the GALAXY CONTERO H and enhance the performance of your preparation methods! If you are looking for something new and innovative, then the GALAXY CONTERO H is exactly what you need to improve the quality of your preparation methods.  Grinding has never been so easy. The #GALAXY #CONTERO H avoids several time-consuming grinding steps.  The fine grinding disc impresses with its easy handling and high surface quality, which produces a homogeneous scratch pattern. It is compatible with diamond suspensions from 6-15 μm.   It is ideal for medium-hard to hard steels from 300 HV and is particularly suitable for: 📌 Microstructural investigations close to the edge  📌 Characterization of hard coatings  📌 Sintered hard metals  📌 Cermets (ceramic composites with metal matrix)      Find out here about the other product benefits of GALAXY CONTERO H and how to use the fine grinding wheel for optimum results: https://lnkd.in/dEy77rAb

Preparation of the month | February 2025 The trend of lightweight multi-material design (MMD) is becoming increasingly significant in the transportation sector, particularly in automotive applications. This trend is driven by the growing demands for sustainability, cost optimization, and performance enhancement. Multi-material design involves the strategic integration of different materials within a single component to meet specific technical requirements while enabling the production of economically efficient, lightweight parts. By leveraging the complementary properties of various materials, engineers can optimize the structural integrity, weight, and cost of vehicle components, leading to improved overall performance and resource efficiency. Al/Fe bimetallic composites, as one of the multi-material series, offer a favorable combination of high strength and wear resistance from Fe (steel/cast iron) and high thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, and lightweight properties from Al (aluminum alloys/ pure aluminum). This month, you will experience the metallographic preparation of these components, from cutting to fine polishing. Dive into our preparations: https://lnkd.in/eTBuytVk

Preparation of the Month - January 2025 🎉🤩 The Ti-6Al-4V (Ti64) alloy, also known as Titanium Grade 5, is one of the most used titanium alloys in additive manufacturing. It combines different properties like strength, lightness and corrosion resistance, making it attractive to a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive and medical. A major advantage of Ti64 additive manufacturing is its ability to produce customized implants for medical applications. Cutting the samples with a precision cutting machine such as the QCUT 200 A prevents the sample from overheating or being mechanically deformed during the cutting process. Mounting with an epoxy resin mounting material and using an infiltration device helps to fill all pores before grinding/polishing. Using the correct consumables during grinding/polishing can prevent smearing and makes the pore percentage measurement more accurate. This month you can find out all these important points in our preparation of the month. Discover our preparations 👉https://lnkd.in/eTBuytVk

Qness 10/60 Series - We are delighted to present the ground-breaking micro hardness testers - a culmination of our innovation and a game changer in hardness testing. This development embodies our relentless pursuit to be at the forefront of technological advancement. The QATM Qness 10/60 Series is the result of our passion for precision and quality, combined in a micro hardness tester with an impressive load capacity of 0.25 gf up to 62.5 kgf. The integrated optical system opens up new dimensions in metallographic analysis. A special milestone is the introduction of our AI-supported image evaluation QAI, which heralds a new era in measurement precision and automation. With this innovation, we are reaffirming our goal of being a technology leader. Discover how we are redefining the boundaries of hardness testing in the product video of our Qness 10/60 Series.

Preparation of the Month - December 2024 Ledeburite is a eutectic mixture of cementite (Fe3C) and austenite (γ-Fe), which formed in iron-carbon alloys. Ledeburite-II consists of cementite-I with recrystallized secondary cementite + perlite. This eutectic mixture is formed during the cooling of iron-carbon melts with a carbon content of around 2.06 to 6.67 % by weight. The name comes from the German metallurgist Karl Heinrich Adolf Ledebur, who lived and worked in the 19th century. In this month's preparation, you will see how steels containing ledeburite can be prepared metallographically. The samples were cut using the QCUT 350 A with the Al2O3 cutting disc FS-E, which is suitable for hard steels, hot-embedded with EPO black and ground and polished to 1 µm using the QPOL 300 A1. The 3% alc. Nitric acid was used as etchant. Discover our preparations 👉https://lnkd.in/eTBuytVk

We are saying goodbye to a hardness tester series that was a milestone for us and caused a sensation in the industry: The CHD Master series, which for many customers opened up completely new possibilities for fully automated hardness testing and significantly improved efficiency. Since 2011, we have delivered 1249 units in 30 variants, the last of which was delivered in October this year. Now the brand new Qness 10/60 microhardness tester series is following in its footsteps and once again demonstrating what is technically possible today. #HardnessTesting #QualityControl #Automation #QATM

📣 Visit us at Formnext 2024 and discover how our Qcut 200 A and Qpol 300 deliver absolutely reproducible and high-quality cutting, grinding and polishing results. Eduard Gorr will be happy to show you the best solution for your additive manufacturing application! Meet him from 19 to 22 November at Formnext in Frankfurt am Main - Stand E139 in Hall 12!

Trust in Precision: QATM at Formnext! Say goodbye to unreliable testing methods! QATM provides top-tier instruments for materialography and hardness testing. From precise cutting and polishing to detailed microstructural analysis, our solutions ensure reliable quality control for your AM metal parts. Discover our expertise at #Formnext!

PREPARATION OF THE MONTH | NOVEMBER Electrolytic polishing and etching is an appropriate preparation method with less deformation for non-ferrous materials and materials with a single-phase microstructure that must later be analyzed under an EBSD detector. Electrolytic polishing directly on the finished part can save time and costs by avoiding the normal grinding/polishing process. A well-known application of electrolytic etching is the use of Barker solution to enable color etching in Aluminum alloys. The etching affects the individual grains of the microstructure depending on their orientation. If the etched samples are viewed under linearly polarized light, the differently oriented grains appear in various colors. With this method, the direction of growth in the investigated plane can be easily recognized and the size of the grains can be measured. Upgrade your preparations with our expertise 👉 qatm.com/prep_2411