Customization: | Available |
---|---|
Processing Object: | Metal |
Molding Style: | Forging |
Still deciding? Get samples of US$ 200/Piece
Request Sample
|
Suppliers with verified business licenses
Audited by an independent third-party inspection agency
Botou Casting Machinery Factory, originally known as Cangzhou Metallic Crafts Co., Ltd, is strategically nestled in the heart of Botou, a renowned hub for casting and forging in Hebei Province, China, just 200km from the bustling capital city, Beijing. With an impressive legacy spanning over 30 years in the custom forging sector, our factory has established itself as a cornerstone of traditional forging excellence. We pride ourselves on embracing both the timeless techniques and the latest innovations and machinery in forging technology. Our commitment to continuous development and improvement ensures that we consistently meet and exceed the ever-evolving demands of the market, positioning us as leaders in crafting Custom Hot Die Forged Steel Alloy Components with Custom Logo Options.
Forging, one of the most venerable and timeless metalworking techniques, remains a pinnacle of craftsmanship and effectiveness even in the modern age. At its essence, forging is the artful process of shaping raw metal while it remains solid, never allowing the material to succumb to melting. This technique involves skillful manipulation through hammering, rolling, or pressing. Despite the myriad variations of forging, each offering distinct benefits, they commonly share the principle of elevating the workpiece to intense temperatures to aid in the artistic shaping process.
In the world of metalworking, forging stands tall as the superior technique, revered for its unparalleled physical properties and remarkable tensile strength, all at a cost-effective price. These exceptional attributes arise primarily from the transformation of the metal's grain structure. By maintaining a solid state and enduring percussive or compressive forces, the metal's grain aligns with the contours of the intended product. This results in components that possess unmatched strength, outshining those created through machining or casting.
CMC Forge extends these incredible benefits to industries far and wide, offering an extensive range of expert forging services tailored to meet diverse application needs.
THE FORGING PROCESS
Within the expansive domain of forging, a variety of subtypes exist, leading to variations in the steps involved. Yet, the majority of procedures adhere to a foundational sequence.
There are two predominant forging methods that reign supreme in the metal forming industry - hot forging and cold forging. Although these two processes might seem similar at first glance, they each offer distinct advantages and suit different applications.
Hot forging involves subjecting metal to soaring temperatures that exceed its recrystallization point, often reaching up to a fiery 2,300 degrees Fahrenheit. This intense heat significantly reduces the energy needed to shape the metal precisely, thanks to the decrease in yield strength and enhanced ductility. Additionally, hot forging excels in eliminating chemical inconsistencies, providing a superior quality finish.
Cold forging, in contrast, typically takes place at ambient room temperature, though any temperature beneath the recrystallization threshold is applicable. Certain metals, particularly high-carbon steels, present a formidable challenge for cold forging due to their inherent strength. However, cold forging shines with unrivaled standards of dimensional precision, product uniformity, immaculate surface finish, and minimal contamination. A versatile array of techniques, including bending, extruding, cold drawing, and cold heading, fall under the cold forging umbrella. Nonetheless, this versatility demands robust equipment and potentially necessitates intermediate annealing steps.
ADVANTAGES
At Botou Casting Machinery Processing Co., Ltd, we are proud to deliver top-notch hot forging parts and components of unparalleled quality. Our products serve a diverse array of industries, including automotive, food dairy, machinery, medical, plumbing, watering, mining, petrochemical, electrical, energy, aerospace, submarine, and beyond.
Renowned for its ability to forge some of the most robust manufactured parts, hot forging stands out among metal manufacturing processes. We specialize in crafting hot forging parts and components ranging from just a few grams to several hundred kilograms. For those requiring special surface finishes, we offer a comprehensive suite of secondary operations, including precision machining and advanced surface finishing solutions.
Hot forging involves heating metal beyond its recrystallization temperature, which reduces the flow stress and energy needed to shape the material, thereby accelerating the production rate. This process enhances metal malleability, making it easier to shape while minimizing the risk of fractures.
Iron and its alloys are predominantly hot forged for two compelling reasons: Firstly, as work hardening advances, hard materials such as steel and iron become increasingly challenging to manipulate. Secondly, hot forging followed by heat treatment processes is more cost-effective, as it allows steel to be strengthened through subsequent processing methods rather than relying solely on cold working.
Typical hot forging temperatures span different materials: Aluminum (Al) Alloys require 360°C (680°F) to 520°C (968°F); Copper (Cu) Alloys need 700°C (1,292°F) to 800°C (1,472°F); and Steel can be forged at temperatures up to 1,150°C (2,102°F).
In hot forging, metals are heated beyond their recrystallization point to prevent strain hardening. This involves heating the metal and possibly the mold, which facilitates the metal's easy movement and allows for the creation of more intricate shapes than cold forging can achieve.
For superalloys with limited malleability, isothermal forging in a controlled atmosphere is employed to prevent oxidation. This process, also known as hot forging, maintains the workpiece at optimal temperatures throughout, ensuring superior thermal processing.
The temperature is maintained by heating the mold to a comparable temperature as the workpiece. The mold's force shapes the workpiece, and since both are heated, cooling between mold interfaces is minimized, enhancing the metal's flow properties.
Material | Characteristics | Application |
---|---|---|
Stainless Steel | Corrosion-resistant |
|
Low Carbon and Low Alloy Steel | Easily processed Good mechanical properties Low material cost |
|
HSLA/Microalloy Steel | Good mechanical properties Low material cost Simple thermomechanical treatment |
|
Aluminum | Good strength-to-weight ratio Readily forged |
|
Aluminum A356.0 | Good strength-to-weight ratio Readily forged |
|
Nickel-Base Superalloy | Oxidation resistance Creep-rupture strength |
|
Titanium | High strength Low density Excellent corrosion resistance |
|