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Alloy Cast Iron (Noun)

Meaning

Cast iron containing alloying elements (usually nickel or chromium or copper or molybdenum) to increase the strength or facilitate heat treatment.

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • Alloy cast iron is often used in the manufacture of engine blocks due to its high strength and resistance to wear.
  • The addition of chromium to alloy cast iron results in improved corrosion resistance and high-temperature properties.
  • Alloy cast iron containing molybdenum is commonly used in the production of heavy machinery components.
  • The use of nickel in alloy cast iron increases its toughness and resistance to impact.
  • Alloy cast iron with copper content is often used in the manufacture of marine hardware due to its excellent corrosion resistance.

Synonyms

  • Alloy Iron

Hypernyms

  • Cast Iron

Hyponyms

  • Ni-resist
  • Ni-hard
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