NKH Hammers has advanced its product line by introducing high-quality new steel anvils, offering enhanced durability and performance.
Anvils are essential in metalworking, providing the needed resistance to shape, hammer, and cut metals effectively. The mass and hardness of an anvil are crucial, with the general rule stating that an anvil should be at least 50 times heavier than the object being struck.
What is the difference between Steel Anvils and Iron Anvils
Steel Anvils
Iron Anvils
Durability
More durable, resistant to wear, and maintain their shape longer.
Less durable, prone to deforming or wearing down with heavy use.
Hardness
Harder, offering superior rebound, which increases efficiency during forging.
Softer, absorbing more energy from strikes, leading to less rebound.
Resistance to Chipping
Highly resistant to chipping and edge damage, especially when made from tool steel.
More susceptible to chipping and edge damage over time.
Precision
Ideal for precise, high-quality forging, due to their superior surface hardness and rebound.
Better for general, less precision-demanding tasks, but not as suitable for fine forging.
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Durability |
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More durable, resistant to wear, and maintain their shape longer. |
Less durable, prone to deforming or wearing down with heavy use. |
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Hardness |
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Harder, offering superior rebound, which increases efficiency during forging. |
Softer, absorbing more energy from strikes, leading to less rebound. |
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Resistance to Chipping |
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Highly resistant to chipping and edge damage, especially when made from tool steel. |
More susceptible to chipping and edge damage over time. |
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Precision |
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Ideal for precise, high-quality forging, due to their superior surface hardness and rebound. |
Better for general, less precision-demanding tasks, but not as suitable for fine forging. |