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 14, 2025 | Material Machining
5052 vs 6061 aluminum What can one do when presented with two metals with good corrosion resistance, but has to trade off between weldability, strength, and machinability? That’s the case for which we have to think critically while making a comparison of 5052 vs 6061...
