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Austempered Ductile Iron (ADI) is a type of ductile cast iron that has been heat-treated to improve its strength, toughness, and wear resistance. It is produced by applying a special heat treatment process called austempering to ductile iron.
The process involves heating the iron to a high temperature to form austenite, then rapidly cooling it in a bath (usually salt) to a specific temperature range. It is then held at that temperature until the structure transforms into bainite, a tough and strong microstructure.
Compared to regular ductile iron, Austempered Ductile Iron offers:
Higher strength
Better wear resistance
Good ductility and impact toughness
Lower weight for the same performance (ideal for lightweight design)
ADI is widely used in industries such as automotive, agriculture, mining, and construction for components like gears, crankshafts, sprockets, and wear parts.
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