| Properties |
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Increased hardness of the surface,
the nitrided layer and at depth |
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Increased nitriding depth |
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More uniform and regular microstructure
of the nitrided layer |
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| Advantages |
 |
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Faster nitriding kinetics |
 |
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Reduced scaling and improved
operating performance |
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Improved abrasion resistance |
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| Benefits |
 |
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Longer part life |
 |
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Improved operating performance
of parts |