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case-hardened steel

/ˈkeɪs ˌhɑːdənd stiːl/

Traduction: Acier traité par cémentation ou nitruration pour durcir sa couche externe, créant une surface résistante à l'usure tout en conservant un cœur robuste et ductile.

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/ˈkeɪs ˌhɑːdənd stiːl/C1formaltechnical
  • frAcier traité par cémentation ou nitruration pour durcir sa couche externe, créant une surface résistante à l'usure tout en conservant un cœur robuste et ductile.

Steel that has been treated by a surface hardening process, typically by adding carbon or nitrogen to the outer layer, resulting in a hard, wear-resistant surface while maintaining a tough, ductile interior core.

  1. Surface-hardened steelC1formal

    Steel that has been treated to have a hard, wear-resistant outer layer while retaining a softer, tougher interior core.

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    • Case-hardened steel is commonly used for gears and shafts.
    • The knife blade is made from case-hardened steel for durability.
    • Engineers prefer case-hardened steel for components that experience high friction.