I'm a woodturner and I've made a tool out of A2 tool steel. I'd like to know how to harden it and anneal it. I also need to be able to use a shop torch if possible. Thanks!!
2007-02-07 14:45:45 · 3 answers · asked by Gina P 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
http://www.threeplanes.net/toolsteel.html
2007-02-07 14:56:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hardening A2 Steel is not as easy as you think - the temperatures required have to be adhered to strictly and the process can take several hours. I assume you understand how to heat treat steel, this website might give you some more information (see link)
2016-03-28 21:37:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, unless someone "here" works at a tooling company or mill, you're likely not going to see a useful answer, as metallurgy is not a "sexy" science.
However, if you know of any mills or foundries in the area, you can always contact them, since the general steps and theory is open domain. If you know someone at a tooling shop, you can ask them how much they'd charge you to do it for X mass of tool. Depending on how many steps are require and time for set-up and tear-down, it could be very costly.
2007-02-07 14:56:39 · answer #3 · answered by jcurrieii 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋