Optimizing hardenability of high chromium white cast iron

Abstract

The formulas proposed by J. Dodd and J. L. Parks for calculating the hardenability of high-Cr white cast iron under continuous cooling condition was recommended. For broader application, some supplements were made to the formula. Through tests on the half-cooling time of typical castings, the compositions of ideal alloys were precisely designed using the Dodd’s formula. Hardness testing of heat-treated castings showed that the designed compositions were correct. The application of castings demonstrated excellent abrasion resistance.

Keywords

• high-Cr white cast iron
• half-cooling temperature
• half-cooling time
• continuous cooling transformation diagram