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=== Steels === | === Steels === | ||
soft '''low carbon steel''' bits are used only in wood, as they do not hold an edge well, and require frequent sharpening. Working with | soft '''low carbon steel''' bits are used only in wood, as they do not hold an edge well, and require frequent sharpening. Working with hardwoods can cause a noticeable reduction in lifespan. They are, however, inexpensive. | ||
'''high Carbon steel''' bits are made from high carbon steel and are an improvement on plain steel due to the [[Heat treatment|hardening and tempering]] capabilities of the material. These bits can be used on wood or metal, however they have a low tolerance to excessive heat which causes them to lose their temper, resulting in a soft cutting edge. | '''high Carbon steel''' bits are made from high carbon steel and are an improvement on plain steel due to the [[Heat treatment|hardening and tempering]] capabilities of the material. These bits can be used on wood or metal, however they have a low tolerance to excessive heat which causes them to lose their temper, resulting in a soft cutting edge. | ||