ABC Stainless Steels

Why plasma nitriding is the right way to treat them without damaging their anti-corrosion shield.

Technical guide on classification, applications, and treatment of stainless steels. Explains how plasma nitriding preserves corrosion resistance while enhancing surface hardness. Includes reference to its use in additive manufacturing.

• What is stainless steel

• Industrial applications

• Types of stainless steels

• Possible heat treatments

• Nitriding of stainless steels

• Advantages of plasma nitriding

• Dual-function layer

• Recommended application cases

• Additively manufactured parts