Atrophicles
Mechanical
- Nov 7, 2013
- 2
I am looking for an option to extend the life of a machine component (Chip Track Rod). The machines are currently using 1018 rod, which is wearing out very quickly. I am thinking about carburizing the rods to increase the surface hardness to guard against untimely wear, however these rods are held in tension and I am concerned about brittleness after carburization. Can anyone speak to the performance of material in this situation?