This method has been used extensively outside the UK, but Vacuum Carburising has only recently become available in this country. The main differences to conventional gas carburising are listed below:
The advantages of this process are Oxide free surface, Excellent Hole Penetration, Lower Distortion, Excellent Finish, Shorter process times, Reliability and also No Inter-granular oxidation IGO (Inter-granular attack) IGA.
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