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Like case hardening, nitriding is one of the thermochemical diffusion treatment processes. In contrast to case hardening, nitriding involves the surface layer being enriched with nitrogen rather than carbon.

Workpieces made of ferrous materials exhibit better wear, strength and corrosion properties after nitriding. The increase in nitrogen content also leads to an increase in hardness.

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NHD - Nitriding Hardness Depth