maraging steel uses

[petertha]

I noticed this 'maraging' steel on OnLineMetals. Would it be good for typical ME crankshafts, or what is it best suited for?

http://www.onlinemetals.com/merchant.cfm?id=911&step=2&top_cat=197

http://www.steelguru.com/article/details/NTg=/Maraging_steel.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maraging_steel#Uses

 

[cfellows]

Well, at $91.00 for a linear foot of 7/8" round rod, I can't imagine a place in my shop where it is indispensable! From what I've read, it has superior strength while remaining maleable and easily machinable. So, I guess it would be good for a crankshaft, but there are cheaper alternatives... :-\

Chuck

 

[Herbiev]

I need 7 foot 1.5" dia for a boat prop shaft but at $1589 plus postage to Australia I might stick with local 316 stainless ;D

 

[mcostello]

At those prices I am afraid to read any more posts in this thread!

 

[Tin Falcon]

One aspect of engineering is keeping the cost of projects down.
from that point of view not desirable.
from the property of material aspect excellent for a crank shaft.
Life is always dealing with trade offs.
Tin

 

[petertha]

Holy crap. I didnt even get around to clicking on the price. I just assuemd it would be in line with other steels. Thanks for pointing that out. I think this largely explains why it doesn't get a lot of discussion time.

 

[SammieQ]

Maraging steel is used to make superior blades for fencing - where the blade is called a "foil". They stand up more to the dog's abuse of metal on metal during bouts and bend without suffering as much metal fatigue as other steels. "On Guard!"

Sam