Normalizing
What it does: Normalizing is a heat treatment where steel is heated above its upper critical temperature (typically 850°C–950°C) and then cooled in still air. It refines the grain structure, relieves internal stresses, and improves mechanical uniformity.
Best suited for:
- Medium- and high-carbon steels
- Forged, cast, or welded components
- Shafts, axles, gear blanks, pressure vessel parts
Ideal if you’re looking for:
- Uniform hardness and structure before machining
- Better dimensional stability and improved machinability
📞 Recommended before final machining for forged or cast parts. Contact our team to determine if normalizing or annealing is the better option for your material.