Isotrophic Quality steel for improved performance

IQ-Steel

Uniform and excellent properties in all directionsStandard steel• Poor fatigue and impact properties in

the transverse rolling directions

IQ-Steel• Minimized inclusions• Isotropic structure

Improved mechanical properties

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Inclusions comparisonTotal inclusion length per mm²

Standard steel IQ-Steel

LongitudinalTransverse

The visible difference

Standard steel

Large and long

inclusions

IQ-SteelExtremely few and small inclusions

Rotating bending fatigue differenceFatigue limit [MPa]

Longitudinal Transverse

1000

900

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500

Standard steelIQ-Steel

Impact properties differenceCharpy V (J)

Testing temp. (°C)

Longitudinal

Transverse

Standard steel

Impact properties difference

Longitudinal

Transverse

IQ-SteelCharpy V (J)

Testing temp. (°C)

IQ-Steel gradesOvako 277Gears and hydraulic applications

IQ-Steel gradesOvako 803Bearings and diesel injection pumps

IQ-Steel gradesOvako 677Air hardening steel, also perfect for bearings and injection pumps

Consistent quality• Ovako controls the entire

manufacturing process from raw materials to the final product

• Stable quality with tests carried out on every batch

Customer service adds value• Technical support• Adaptable to optimal delivery needs• Wide range of products and grades• Good delivery precision

• Industry-leading products• Tailored solutions offer

flexibility• Supplies your material needs

for a wide range of applications

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