Benefits of Cryogenics

Key Benefits of Cryogenic Processing

Cryogenic Processing Enhances the Performance of Heat-Treated Steels, Cast Irons, and Other Metals by Offering the Following Benefits:

Enhanced Durability

• Produces a More Consistent Grain Structure.
• Retained Austenite (RA), Commonly Found in Heat-Treated Steels, is Transformed into Martensite During Cryogenic Processing.
• This Transformation Results in Stronger, More Durable Metal Components.

Improved Wear Resistance

• Strengthens the Carbon Structure Within Steel.
• Encourages the Formation of Eta-Carbides, Which Significantly Increases Wear Resistance.
• Extends the Lifespan of Metals up to 600% Longer.
• Specific Improvements Include Brake Rotors Lasting Up to 250% Longer and Gun Barrels Up to 300% Longer, as Confirmed by Independent Military-Funded Research.

Stress Relief and Fatigue Reduction

• Relieves Residual Stresses Created During Casting and Machining.
• Reduces the Likelihood of Fatigue Failures, Thereby Extending Component Lifespan.
• Metals are Cooled to -300°F, Causing Structural Changes at the Molecular Level.
• Results in Greater Resistance to Corrosion, Breakage, and Wear, Lowering Overall Stress Worn Metal Parts.

Cost Savings on Repairs

• By Significantly Extending the Life of Metals, the Need for Frequent Maintenance or Repairs is Reduced.
• This Allows for Lower Repair Expenses and Better Allocation of Financial Resources.