luckydave215
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forged blanks
Forged blanks will likely be stronger than the typical cast pieces due to the grain alignment. They will not be stiffer however, because the random grain alignment of a casting makes the part more resistant to bending (harder). A forging will have higher ultimate strength, just less initial stiffness. As far as a bronze part having the same tensile strength as a (316L) stainless part, probably not, but it depends on the bronze. There are more recipes for bronze than chicken soup. By the way, I believe all commonly available stainless props are investment cast.
Forged blanks will likely be stronger than the typical cast pieces due to the grain alignment. They will not be stiffer however, because the random grain alignment of a casting makes the part more resistant to bending (harder). A forging will have higher ultimate strength, just less initial stiffness. As far as a bronze part having the same tensile strength as a (316L) stainless part, probably not, but it depends on the bronze. There are more recipes for bronze than chicken soup. By the way, I believe all commonly available stainless props are investment cast.
