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Tempering question
I believe I know the answer to this question but...
If two cycles (for instance) are used for tempering, the actual temper will be determined by the highest temperature cycle, is that correct? In other words, if one two-hour cycle is at 375? and the second two hour cycle is at 425?, then wouldn't the actual temper of the steel would be determined by the 425? cycle? __________________ Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gpopecustomknives/ Gloria In Excelsis Deo!! |
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Absolutely.
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Thanks!
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makes sense to me but I have never done 2 cycles with different temps what would be the point of the lower cycle? why not just do one with the higher temp?
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dtec1......to walk in the temper. Especially useful when you're using a new/different steel. 400F may put you right where you want to be, or it may still be too hard for what you want to do. Best to start low, then work your way up and dial it in.
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ok yeh I have done that ...tempered low ...test ..temper higher,,,didn't realise there was testing there I thought 1 cycle cool second cycle thought there might be another reason there
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To build on what Stuart said. That dialing in process can take some time. Tossing the blade into an oven at 350? for an hour will allow you to reduce the stress in the steel and still be able to get a good night's sleep. It's handy for those of us who heat treat our blades by the light of the moon.
Doug __________________ If you're not making mistakes then you're not trying hard enough Last edited by Doug Lester; 10-26-2016 at 12:19 PM. |
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