Advanced Heat Treat Corp.

UltraGlow Ion and Gas Ferritic Nitrocarburizing

The Nitrocarburizing (FNC) Process

UltraGlow® Nitrocarburizing (Ferritic Nitrocarburizing or FNC) is a thermochemical treatment which involves the diffusional addition of both nitrogen and carbon to the surface of ferrous materials usually at temperatures not exceeding 1100°F and can be can be either an ion or gas process.

Benefits of UltraGlow® Nitrocarburizing (Ferritic Nitrocarburizing/FNC):

• Extends part/tool life
• Adds performance, fatigue strength and endurance
• Enhances surface lubricity
• Reduces erosion
• Increases material flow in molds and dies
• Improves corrosion resistance
• No post-process machining
• Improves wear resistance
• Minimal growth/distortion
• Precise and versatile
• Phase controllable compound zone (or white layer)