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Ferrous Metals for Machinists

As we have already seen, there are numerous types of metals many of which are used as alloys.

In this section, an explanation about two coding systems used to identify metals and their properties.  Then, the most important metals and alloy metals related to the machine shop and machining will follow.

The following chapters include:

  • Metal Codes
  • Alloy Steels
  • Carbon Steels
  • Stainless Steels
  • Tool Steels
  • Cast Irons

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