Abstract
This article discusses the metallurgy and properties of ductile cast iron. It begins with an overview of ductile or spheroidal-graphite iron, describing the specifications, applications, and compositions. It then discusses the importance of composition control and explains how various alloying elements affect the properties, behaviors, and processing characteristics of ductile iron. The article describes the benefits of nickel and silicon additions in particular detail, explaining how they make ductile iron more resistant to corrosion, heat, and wear.
Ductile Irons, Alloying: Understanding the Basics, Edited By J.R. Davis, ASM International, 2001, p 62–90, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.tb.aub.t61170062
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