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Glossary of Metalworking Terms in Powder Metallurgy

Powder metal, and powder metallurgy, have special materials and processes that make it stand apart from traditional and other machining processes. This truth applies to ...
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CHART: Permeability of Popular Iron Powder Types

This article -- and this chart -- are a look at magnetic permeability. “Permeability” refers to how easily a material can be magnetized. If you’re having an issue ...
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Soft Magnetic Composite FAQs

If you’re reading this, you’re likely interested in designing and producing a more compact, higher-performance electromagnetic product. You’re in the right place -- soft ...
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Electric Motor Efficiency & 4 Other Uses for Soft Magnetic Composite

For many years powder metallurgy has been the most cost-effective method of producing high volumes of parts for magnetic applications. The powdered metal process is ...
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Ferrous Powder Vs. Nonferrous Material: What’s the Difference?

The implications of the words “ferrous” and nonferrous” go way beyond adding three letters to the latter. Raw ferrous metals and nonferrous metals have their own unique ...
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Soft Magnetic Composite Vs. Laminated Steel: Uses & Limitations

The demand for all things newer and better in technology has spread to electric motor applications. The traditional lamination (electrical) steel motor construction is ...
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