Okay, so we're talking about hot forging here. I don't know if you think it's funny that a company with such an odd name calls this product 'jpx 900' but seriously, it kind of is. Either way, let's delve into the details of this bike manufacturer's hot forging process before we get into our testing methods
The idea behind hot forging is that steel is heated and then shaped, which creates a more complex structure than cold forging. In essence, hot forged parts are created using two different processes
Cold rolling - This is where the steel is taken and placed into a large press in order to flatten out its shape and create a uniform thickness throughout all sides of the metal
Hot rolling - This is where the steel is placed in a machine and heated to around 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit (650 degrees Celsius). After being heated to this temperature for several minutes, it will then be pulled out from the machine and cooled down quickly by forced air or water flow (depending on your supplier). Once cooled down enough for you to handle safely again, you can then begin shaping the part based on your specifications.
jpx 900 hot metal vs forged
