Temperature should be equalized at 850°C (1560°F) for 30 minutes to avoid unnecessary temperature variations.
Austenitizing
Batch furnace. 30 minutes in furnace.
Quenching
Quench as rapidly as possible. For optimal results 600°C (1110°F) should be reached within 2 minutes or less.
| Hardness | Temperature |
|---|---|
| 57 HRC | 175°C (345°F) |
| 55 HRC | 225°C (435°F) |
| 53 HRC | 350°C (660°F) |