Alloy 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 iron has higher tensile strength than standard cast iron due to the presence of chromium and molybdenum.
- Engine blocks made from alloy iron containing nickel exhibit better corrosion resistance in high-temperature applications.
- Chromium-alloy iron has excellent resistance to oxidation at elevated temperatures.
- High-strength alloy iron components can withstand high loads without failing.
- Cast alloy iron is more ductile and machinable than regular cast iron when it contains small amounts of copper.