Optimization of the Process of Carburizing and Heat Treatment of Low-Carbon Martensitic Steels

Steel 24Kh2G2NMFB is studied after carburizing and different heat treatments. The hardness and microhardness of the surface layer and of the matrix are measured. The content of retained austenite is determined by the method of x-ray diffraction analysis. Heat treatment modes improving the structure of the surface layer after carburizing are suggested.