Atmospheric Carburizing

Carburizing is a thermochemical process that is intended to harden tools and components made of steel with a low carbon content. The outer layers of the selected parts are carburized with a medium that releases carbon. However, the inner core remains untreated and thus soft or tough as before. The hard surface layer can then be hardened following the carburizing. Usually, there is an intermediate mechanical treatment between carburizing and hardening.