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1. Scope of application:

 Induction hardened pin

 Localized induction hardened parts including internal spline , threads & gear
2. Interpretation of drawings

 Length of Induction hardening

Drawing marked with induction hardening zone by “DASHED LINE” as mentioned bellow.

Induction hardening line

 Induction hardening relief

Cutoff / relief / transit zone of induction hardness (hard- to soft) marked in drawing. Please refer bellow
images. In drawing tern used as “Härteauslauf”

No Induction hardness
beyond this line
No Induction hardness
beyond this line

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 Relief from collar

In case of induction hardening not required in collar region of any pin, drawing specified the distance
between hardened zone distances from collar. Please refer bellow image.

 Effective case depth

o Effective case depth mentioned in drawing as “Eht”

Mentioned in drawing as bellow

The term effective case depth (Eht) refers to the depth where a hardness measurement drops below a
specified point. The hardness will then continue to decline until the “total” case depth is reached. The hardness at
the effective depth (Eht) is specified based on the characteristics required and the hardenabiltiy of the material.
For example, B30 steel that may have a minimum surface hardness of 47-54 HRC may call for an effective case
depth of 2.5 at 47 HRC minimum.

o Effective case depth mentioned in drawing as “Rht”

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Mentioned in drawing as bellow

The term effective case depth (Rht) refers to the depth where a hardness measurement drops to 80% of observed
surface hardness as specified in drawing.The hardness will then continue to decline until the “total” case depth is
reached. The hardness at the effective depth (Rht) is specified based on the characteristics required and the
hardenabiltiy of the material.

The method of determining effective case depth involves sectioning the piece and polishing the surface.
Measurements of the hardness are then taken at regular depth intervals until the hardness drops to the specified
range. This distance from the surface is then measured to determine the effective depth. A microvickers hardness
tester can be used.

 Total case depth

The term total case depth refers to the depth of hardness where the hardened layer reaches the same
hardness and properties as the base or core material. Total case depth is typically measured by sectioning the
work piece and polishing and etching with an acid solution to reveal the depth of the hardened layer.
The measurements can then be taken visually and measured using a calibrated eyepiece or vernier scale to qualify
the total depth.

 Measurement of hardness :
Samples for checking Effective hardness to be taken at a distance of 10 mm from end of of length.Please
refer bellow images.

10 mm

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 Post induction hardening tempering

Post induction hardening tempering to be done@ 180⁰C - 220⁰C
Please refer recommended tempering temperature as mentioned bellow.

To evaluate effectiveness of tempering cycle (time), phase analysis to be done with observation of “ tempered
martensite”

3. Calculation of before grinding effective case depth (Eht) :

Minimum Eht before finishing =Final grinding allowance + Permissible bending + Minimum effective case depth as
per drawing

Maximum Eht before finishing =Final grinding allowance + Permissible bending + Minimum effective case depth as
per drawing

Example :
Minimum Eht = 2.5 mm
Maximum Eht = 3 mm

Grinding / machining allowance (radially) = 0.5 mm

Maximum permissible bend before grinding = 0.2 mm

Minimum Eht before finishing = 2.5 + 0.5 + 0.2 =3.2 mm

Maximum Eht before finishing = 3 + 0.5 + 0.2 =3.7 mm

Reference standard: EN ISO 2639 , EN 10328, ISO 3754

Note: To ensure uniform hardness after induction hardening & machining, post induction hardening straightness
to be maintained bellow 0.1 mm.

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