When it comes to shaping metal, two common methods are the forging hammer and the forging press.
These methods differ significantly in how they apply force to the workpiece and the nature of the force applied.
5 Key Points to Understand
1. Method of Application of Force
Forging Hammer:
This method uses a hammer to strike the workpiece repeatedly.
The hammer can be manually or mechanically operated.
The strikes are rapid and high-impact, which helps in deforming the metal quickly.
This technique is more traditional and was historically used with an anvil.
Forging Press:
In contrast, a forging press uses a ram that moves vertically to apply continuous and controlled pressure on the workpiece.
This pressure is gradual and sustained, allowing for more precise and controlled deformation of the metal.
The press can be mechanical, hydraulic, screw-driven, or upsetters, each offering different mechanisms but all sharing the characteristic of applying continuous pressure.
2. Nature of Force Applied
Forging Hammer:
The high-impact, rapid blows of a hammer can lead to a more uneven distribution of stress and deformation in the metal.
This method is effective for metals that can withstand such impacts without shattering.
Forging Press:
The continuous pressure applied by a press allows for a more uniform deformation of the metal, leading to better material flow and less likelihood of defects such as laps, piping, and die failure.
This method is particularly suitable for metals that are more ductile and might crack under the impact of a hammer.
3. Precision and Complexity
Forging Press:
Forging presses are capable of producing more complex and intricate shapes with higher dimensional accuracy.
The dies used in press forging can have less draft, enabling the creation of deep protrusions and complex geometries.
4. Material Suitability
Forging Press:
Press forging is more selective in terms of the types of metals that can be forged.
Brittle materials like cast iron, chromium, and tungsten cannot be forged using presses as they would shatter under the pressure.
5. Production Volume and Automation
Forging Press:
Forging presses are generally more suited for high-volume production and can be easily automated using CNC programming, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
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