Gradient distribution of mechanical properties in the high carbon steel induced by the detour effect of the pulse current

Bingdong Ma, Yuguang Zhao*, Hui Bai, Jun Ma, Jiatao Zhang, Xiaofeng Xu

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Abstract

The gradient mechanical properties were obtained in the electropulsing-tempered saw blade made by the high carbon steel. The tooth has a high hardness, whereas at the back the hardness is low. Owing to the high temperature induced by the electropulsing, a plastic area formed at the tooth root. In addition, the thermal compressive stress and the strong electroplasticity effect at the tooth root helped heal the cracks there effectively. Therefore, the strength and toughness of the saw blade were improved obviously, making it meet the high requirements for the cutting performance. The results are attributed to the detour effect of the pulse current during the electropulsing-tempering treatment.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)168-172
Number of pages5
JournalMaterials and Design
Volume49
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 2013
Externally publishedYes

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