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Ferrous & NonFerrous Materials/Alloys

Ferrous and non-ferrous materials, including their respective alloys, play crucial roles across various industries due to their distinct properties and applications. Ferrous materials like stainless steel, high carbon steel, and cast iron are known for their durability, corrosion resistance, and hardness.

Ferrous & NonFerrous Materials/Alloys

Ferrous & NonFerrous Materials/Alloys

Non-Ferrous alloys

Brass

keys

acoustic

easily machined

Bronze

ship propellers

musical instruments

less friction against other metals

non corrosive against salt water

Duralumin

pistons

machine parts

lightweight

strong

Non-Ferrous materials

Lead

shipbuilding

batteries

soft

Copper

pipes

electrical wires

good conductor of heat and electricity

malleable

Aluminium

kitchen utensils

coils

high electrical conductivity

ductile

Ferrous materials

High carbon Steel

ball bearings

rails

moderately ductile

extremely hard

Cast iron

ship anchor

man holes

resistant to deformation

wear resistant

Stainless Steel
Applications

kitchenware

medical equipments

Properties

durable

corrosion resistant