Begin with your XHP core Damascus product wrapped as tightly as possible in .002 SST foil. Use double folds on all sides to ensure a tight seal. Preheat your furnace to austenitizing temperature – 1,900°F/1049°C. Place your wrapped damascus in the furnace/oven. Soak your damascus for 20 minutes at austenitizing temperature – 1,900°F/1049°C . Plate […]
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How to Harden Copper Infused San Mai – 1095 Core
Coating: ATP-641, Turco, or similar high temperature anti-scale/decarburization coatings can be used in replace of foil to reduce scale or surface decarburization. Austenizing: Heat oven to Austenizing temperature (1475°F / 800°C) When oven reaches Austenizing temperature, place material in oven and soak for 10 minutes. Soak time can vary from 5 to 15 minutes based […]