Stainless Steels: Comparison of Thermal and Surface Hardening Techniques

Stainless steels can be treated using various thermal and surface hardening methods, each suited to specific grades and objectives: Quenching & tempering, Annealing, Aging, Cold working, Gas nitriding, and Plasma nitriding.

In this infographic: a technical comparison of how different heat and surface treatments affect stainless steel properties, highlighting plasma nitriding as a precise, non-destructive option for high-performance applications.