Description
Silver Steel is a high carbon content alloy that has high wear resistance and hardenability.
The chromium content adds to the strength and hardness.
It is machineable and is a popular material for a large range of applications
Silver Steel Hardening.
Heat slowly to 760 – 800°C using the upper end of the temperature range for the lower carbon contents and the lower end of the temperature range for higher carbon contents.
Austenitize until the temperature is uniform. Quench into well-agitated water.
The approximate quench hardness is 65 to 69 Rc.
Silver Steel Tempering.
Temper immediately after hardening preferably before the tool reaches room temperature.
Temper for a minimum of 1 hour at temperatures between 180 – 350°C, dependent upon the final hardness required.