Custom Alloy
While a variety of standard alloys are available to meet a wide range of needs, specialized applications may require a custom alloy. A custom alloy can be engineered based on requirements for corrosion resistance, abrasion resistance, strength, weight, ductility, and hardness.
In some cases, a custom alloy may be only a slight variation on a standard alloy. Custom alloys may be specified to include different metals, different proportions of metal, or to include additional, non-metallic elements.
A custom alloy may be formed by melting under air, vacuum, or inert gas, by powder metallurgy (mixing of powdered metals and applying pressure and heat), or by ion implantation. Depending on their composition, custom alloys can vary significantly in cost.