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Steel Metallurgy for the Non-MetallurgistAvailable to Purchase
ASM International
ISBN electronic:
978-1-62708-264-8
Publication date:
2007
Book Chapter
Chapter 10: Tempering Available to Purchase
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Published:2007
Page range:
99 - 106
Abstract
Most quenched steels are tempered because the toughness of as-quenched steels is generally very poor. The tempering operation sacrifices strength for improvements in ductility and toughness. This chapter discusses the tempering process, the challenge of tempered martensite embrittlement, and the effect of wt% carbon on toughness. It also explains how alloying elements improve the hardenability and tempering response of plain carbon steels.
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Citation
Tempering, Steel Metallurgy for the Non-Metallurgist, By John D. Verhoeven, ASM International, 2007, p 99–106, https://doi.org/10.31399/asm.tb.smnm.t52140099
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