Sep 19, 2025 | Material Machining
zinc material feature image Zinc is a corrosion-resistant metal found in nature in the form of Sphalerite(ZnS), Zinc carbonate(Sphalerite), and calamine. In fact, it is the 24th most abundant and the 4th most widely used material. The use of zinc and its alloys by...
Sep 10, 2025 | Material Machining
Metal Hardness Chart Metal/Alloy Rockwell (HRC) Brinell (HB) Vickers (HV) 1100 Aluminum Annealed 15 (HRB 23) 28 30 Aluminum 6061-T6 40 (HRB 60) 95 100 C260 Brass Annealed 30 (HRB 50) 80 85 C360 Brass 40 (HRB 75) 120 125 C110 Copper Annealed 10 (HRB 15) 35 40 C172...
Aug 20, 2025 | Material Machining
Six Metalloid Elements Metalloids are elements that are not fully metals and not fully nonmetals. They sit in the middle of the periodic table and have mixed properties from both sides. There are only a few metalloids, like silicon and boron, but they are very useful....
Aug 16, 2025 | Material Machining
Carbon Fiber Prototyping Guide Ever wondered how high-performance products like drones, race cars, or bicycles are made? The answer often lies in carbon fiber prototyping. This process uses carbon fiber to create parts that are light and strong. It allows designers...
Aug 11, 2025 | Material Machining
Stainless steel indentation Stainless steel is mainly used for its corrosion resistance, but its durability and hardness make it an extremely versatile material. Hardness of stainless steel determines many of its potential applications. Stainless steel bars Steel...
