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Why we use Lambda?
Current Curves for (FNC) TherMaLLifeÒ

T-41H MetaLL ifeÒ before TherMaLLifeÒ
T-41H MetaLL ifeÒ after TherMaLLifeÒ

Compressive Stress Values as a function of Depth in KSI
(1000psi = 1ksi = 6.9mpa = 6,895,000pa)

Coupon Sample Types  for 2001 in process
Lab Dip Tank Testing to be Performed at Case Western Reserve

values above 0 on the "y" axis show tensile stress - encourages cracking.

values below 0 on the "y" axis show compressive stress - inhibits cracking

VALUES FROM H-13 COUPON SAMPLES HARDENED TO 46-48Rc

Graph A4 - X-ray diffraction curve for T-41H MetaLL ifeÒ The maximum compressive depth is -158 KSI(.006"). Surface compression is -121 KSI. Maximum Depth .016"

Graph A1 - X-ray diffraction curve for our COMBINATION of the two above processes. Note the high surface compression (-193 KSI) in the diffused layer. The knee of both curves has been slightly flattened, however, the  magnitude of -96 KSI and depth (.016") offers excellent protection against thermal heat checking. If desired, we can combine the TherMaLLifeÒ process for die casting dies with MetaLL ifeÒ by first closing small sampling cracks on NEW tools and minor heat checks on USED tools. Then following this with our  TherMaLLifeÒ diffusion treatment.

Tooling may be processed with FNC TherMaLLifeÒ as a stand alone process on thermoset plastic molds when topography is a problem.  TherMaLLifeÒ is not a "line of site" process as are some coatings or plating processes so you are assured of complete coverage protection even in areas of difficult access such as ribs or thin wall recesses).  The aluminum oxide carrier literally becomes liquid with the introduction of the necessary diffusion gases which assures total coverage.

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