Materials

Stainless Steel vs. Tungsten: What Are the Key Differences?

Silicon Bronze vs Brass: What Are the Key Differences?

Silicon Bronze: Definition, Composition, Properties, and Applications

4140 Pre-Hardened Steel: Properties, Industry, Advantages, and Disadvantages

Manganese Bronze: Definition, Composition, Properties, and Applications

Titanium vs. Tungsten: What Are the Key Differences?

4 Ways on How To Achieve Texture in Plastic

Is Galvanized Steel Magnetic? Applications and Benefits

O1 Tool Steel: Use, Process, Resistance, and Limitations

Monel® vs. Hastelloy®: What Are the Key Differences?

Tungsten Metal: Definition, Composition, Properties, and Applications

Solder: Definition, Composition, and Properties

Tin Metal: Definition, Composition, Properties, and Applications

11 Uses for Silica Gel Packets

Aluminum Bronze: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

Bronze: Definition, Composition, Properties, and Applications

Neoprene: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

8 Different Types of Solder

Silica Gel: Purpose, Origin, How Is It Made, Types, and Uses

9 Different Types of Bronze

Bronze vs. Brass: What Are the Differences?

Galvannealed Steel: Process, Methods, Properties, and Uses

Types of Stainless Steel and Stainless Steel Grades

Galvanized vs. Galvanneal: What Are the Differences?

Hot-Dip Galvanizing: Purpose, Process, and Uses

Hot-Dipped Galvanized vs. Galvanized Steel: What Is the Difference?

Galvanized Steel: Process, Methods, Properties, and Uses

Galvanized Steel vs Aluminum: The Key Differences

Spring Testing: What Is the Importance of the Spring Test?

Copolymer: Definition, Properties, Types, and Examples

Copolymer vs. Homopolymers: What Are the Differences?

High-Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, and Its Properties

Homopolymers: Structure, Types, Properties, and Examples

Normalizing vs. Annealing: The Key Differences

HSLA Steel: Uses, Composition, and Its Properties

1018 Steel: Uses, Composition, and Properties

1060 Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, and Its Properties

Medium-Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, and Its Properties

Normalizing: Definition, Purpose, How It Works, and Stages

Iron Carbon Phase Diagram: Definition and How It Works

Tempering: Definition, Purpose, How It Works, and Stages

Steel Microstructure: Definition, Determination, and Its Properties

Annealing: Definition, Purpose, How It Works, and Stages

Annealing vs. Tempering: The Key Differences Between Them

Compressibility: Definition, How It Works, Calculation, and Applications

Semi-Crystalline vs Amorphous Polymers: Which One Is More Durable?

Crystalline Polymers: Definition, Properties, Uses, and Advantages

18/10 Stainless Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

Duplex 2507 Stainless Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

Fiberglass: History, Characteristics, Types, Forms, and Properties

What Is Torsional Stress? How It Works and How It Is Calculated

What Is Longitudinal Stress? How it Works and How it Is Calculated

Tantalum: Definition, Characteristics, Properties, and Applications

Super Duplex Steel: Uses, Compositions, Properties

Duplex Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

All About Engineering Plastics: Definition, Importance, Uses, Properties, and Types

High-Speed Steel: Definition, Compositions, Properties, and Uses

Martensitic Stainless Steel: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

D2 Tool Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

Electrical Steel: Definition, Composition, Properties, and Uses

Bending Stress: Definition, How it Works, Calculation, Types, and Examples

Ductility vs. Brittleness: The Key Differences

All About Titanium Alloy 6-4: Definition, History, Properties, and Applications

Shear Stress: Definition, How it Works, Example, and Advantages

Tensile Stress vs. Compressive Stress: The Key Differences

Creep Failure: What is It, How It Works, and Examples

M2 Tool Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

Nickel: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

Magnesium: Definition, Composition, Properties, and Applications

Precipitation Hardening Stainless Steel: What It Is, How It Works, Process, and Advantages

Ferritic Stainless Steel: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

Weathering Steel: Definition, Composition, Properties, and Uses

H13 Tool Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

Zinc Metal: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

Impact Test: Definition, Types, Benefits, and Standards

Fracture Toughness Tests: Definition, Purpose, Standards, Process, and Benefits

Austenitic Stainless Steel: Definition, Composition, Types, Grades, Properties, and Applications

Hardness Testing: Definition, How It Works, Types, and Benefits

A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Calculate Young's Modulus

Pewter: What It Is, Properties, Importance, Uses, and Advantages

Proportional Limit: Definition, Concept, Characteristics, and Significance

Yield Point: Definition, Characteristics, and Factors

Shear Modulus vs Young’s Modulus: Which One to Use?

Solute Drag Creep: Definition, How It Occurs, and How To Reduce It

Lead: What It Is, Properties, Importance, Uses, and Advantages

Polyamide: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

5 Steps on How To Calculate Elastic Modulus

Harper–Dorn Creep: Definition, Factors, Importance, and How To Reduce It

Fracture Strength: Definition, Tests, Types, and Benefits

9 Steps on How To Do a Compression Test

Coble Creep: Definition, How It Works and How To Prevent It

Fracture or Breaking Point: Definition, Implications, Tests, Types, and Benefits

Fragile vs Brittle: Factors, Characteristics, and Differences

Flexure/Bend: How Is It Tested, What are the Standards and Why Is It Necessary?

Creep of Polymers: Definition, Factors, Types, and Prevention

Dislocation Creep: Definition, Importance, and Prevention

Nabarro-Herring Creep: Definition, How It Occurs, Factors, and Importance in Manufacturing

11 Best Durometer Testers

Metallurgical Degradation: Definition, What Occurs, Factors, and How It Affects Metals

4150 Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

4340 Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

Copper Nickel Alloys (CuNi): Definition, Applications, Advantages, and Disadvantages

430 Stainless Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

304 Stainless Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

1045 Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

1020 Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

410 Stainless Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

420 Stainless Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

4130 Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

316 Stainless Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

434 Stainless Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

9310 Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

52100 Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

A529 Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

A572 Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

Monel® 400: Uses, Composition, Properties

Monel® K500: Uses, Composition, Properties

Monel® 405: Uses, Composition, Properties

A36 Carbon Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

4140 Alloy Steel: Uses, Composition, Properties

Modulus of Resilience: Definition, How It Works, Importance, Examples, and Advantages

Shore A Hardness Scale: Definition, Uses, Types, Benefits, and Limitations

Higher vs Lower Compression Set: Advantages and Disadvantages

Strain: Definition, Importance, Calculation, Types, and Examples

Ceramics: Definition, Properties, Types, and Applications

Inconel®: Definition, How It Is Made, Its Uses, and Its Types

What Is Elastic Limit? Definition, Importance, How It Works, and Examples

Stress vs. Strain: What Are the Key Differences?

Stress: Definition, Importance, Types, Examples, and Benefits

Ultimate Tensile Strength (UTS): Definition, How It Works, Calculation, and Example

Glass Transition Temperature: Definition, How It Works, Factors, and Advantages

Elongation at Break: Definition, Calculation, Benefits, Limitations, and Examples

Manganese: Definition, Properties, Uses, Benefits, and Limitations

Nickel Alloys: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

Thermal Resistance: Definition, How It Works, Importance, Calculations, and Factors

Epoxy: Definition, Properties, Types, and Classes

Shore D Hardness Scale: Definition, Use, Types, Benefits, and Limitations

Tensile Testing Machine: Definition, How It Works, Types, Components, and Examples

Thermal Conductivity: Definition, How It Works, Importance, Calculations, and Factors

Titanium: Definition, Characteristics, Grades, and Applications

Ductility and Malleability Explained: Key Differences

How To Calculate Ductility?

Plastic: Definition, Types, Properties, Applications, Advantages, and Disadvantages

6 of the Most Ductile Metals

Steel: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

Stainless Steel: Definition, Composition, Types, Grades, Properties, and Applications

15 Examples of Ductile Materials

Polymer vs. Plastic: What Are the Differences?

Polymer vs. Metal: What Are the Differences?

Aluminum Alloy: Definition, Characteristics, Types, Properties, and Applications

Alloys: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

Elastic Modulus: Definition, Values, and Examples

Copper: Definition, Composition, Types, Properties, and Applications

Teflon® (Polytetrafluoroethylene): Definition, Properties, Types, and Applications

Polymer: Definition, Properties, Types, and Applications

Aluminum: History, Characteristics, Types, Properties, and Applications

Polyamide vs. Nylon: What Are the Differences and Uses?

About Phenol Formaldehyde Resin

Polycarbonate vs. PETG: Material Differences and Comparisons

Nylon vs. Polyester: Material Differences and Comparisons

TPR vs. TPE: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polycarbonate vs. Polyethylene: Material Differences and Comparisons

Nylon vs. Acetal: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polypropylene vs. Polystyrene: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polypropylene vs. PVC: Material Differences and Comparisons

Silicone vs. Polyurethane: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polypropylene vs. Polyurethane: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polypropylene vs. Nylon: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polypropylene vs. Polycarbonate: Material Differences and Comparisons

Silicone vs. EPDM: Material Differences and Comparisons

Silicone vs. Latex: Material Differences and Comparisons

Silicone vs. Neoprene: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polypropylene vs. HDPE: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polycarbonate vs. PVC: Material Differences and Comparisons

HDPE vs. UHMW: Material Differences and Comparisons

HDPE vs. Polyethylene: Material Differences and Comparisons

HDPE vs. ABS: Material Differences and Comparisons

HDPE vs. PTFE: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polycarbonate vs. Acrylic: Material Differences and Comparisons

Polycarbonate vs. ABS: Material Differences and Comparisons

HDPE vs. Polycarbonate: Material Differences and Comparisons

HDPE vs. Delrin®: Material Differences and Comparisons

TPR vs. Latex: Material Differences and Comparisons

TPR vs. PVC: Material Differences and Comparisons

Alloy Steel vs. Stainless Steel

Polypropylene vs. Polyethylene: Material Differences and Comparisons

HDPE vs. PET: Material Differences and Comparisons

TPR vs. TPU: Material Differences and Comparisons

Alloy Steel vs. Carbon Steel

All About Thermoplastic as Manufacturing Material

All About Brass as a Manufacturing Material

PLA (Polylactic Acid): Definition, Applications, and Different Types

All About 6060 Aluminum Alloy

All About Carbon Steel as a Manufacturing Material

All About Alloy Steel: Definition, Types, and Uses

All About 6061 Aluminum Alloy

All About Monel® Alloys: Definition, History, and Applications

All About 5754 Aluminum Alloy

All About 2024 Aluminum Alloy

All About Tool Steel: Definition, Types, and Uses

All About 7075 Aluminum Alloy

All About Mild Steel: Definition, Composition, and Properties

All About 6082 Aluminum Alloy

Nylon 6 and Nylon 6/12: Differences, Advantages and Disadvantages

What is Polybutylene Terephthalate: Characteristics, Advantages, and Disadvantages

What is Polymaker PC-PBT?

Polyethylene (PE): Structure, Properties, and Applications

TPE vs. Silicone and Their Differences

PPE-PS (Polyphenylene Ether + Polystyrene)

Silicone: Uses, Types, and Materials

Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR): Materials and Properties

Polyetherketone (PEK)

Polyester: History, Definition, Advantages, and Disadvantages

Acetal vs. Delrin®: Their Differences

9 Uses of Polyester and Their Differences

Metalloids: Properties and Uses

6 Properties of Metalloids

7 Elements of Metalloids: Differences and Uses

Acetal vs. Hemiacetal: Their Differences

8 Uses of Silicone and Benefits

6 Types of Polycarbonate

7 Properties of Silicone

4 Types of Silicone and Their Differences

9 Advantages of Using Thermoplastic Elastomers

7 Uses of Thermoplastic Elastomers and Their Differences

Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs)

7 Types of Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs)

7 Properties of Nylon: Everything you Need to Know

Nylon: Uses, Types, and Materials

5 Types of Nylon and Their Differences, Uses, and Properties

4 Uses of Nylon and Their Differences

Polyethylene Terephthalate: Uses, Advantages, and Disadvantages

9 Uses of ABS Plastic

Polyether ether ketone (PEEK): Characteristics, Features, and Process

All About Polypropylene: How it's Made and Used

Polyphthalamide (PPA): Uses, Features, and Process

Polystyrene Uses, Features, Production and Definition

All About Liquid-Crystal Polymer

All About Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)

All About Polycarbonate (PC)

Everything You Need To Know About Acrylic (PMMA)

Acetal Plastic: What You Need to Know

What is High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)?

PC-ABS: Polycarbonate Material Properties

Acetal Copolymer: Properties, Formation, and Uses

Acetal Homopolymer: Properties, Formation, and Uses

Engineered Thermoplastic Polyurethane (ETPU): What do You Need to Know About This Material?

What is ABS Plastic?

Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)

Thermoplastics vs. Thermosets: Material Differences and Comparisons