Official Answer
Answer
Hydrogen embrittlement causes sudden, catastrophic brittle failure under tensile stress. It typically occurs after acid pickling or electroplating if the spring is not properly baked immediately.
Knowledge Answer
How does hydrogen embrittlement affect carbon steel wave springs?
Hydrogen embrittlement causes sudden, catastrophic brittle failure under tensile stress. It typically occurs after acid pickling or electroplating if the spring is not properly baked immediately.
