Steel balls for ball bearings are generally made of ______________ steel?

Correct answer: D. Carbon chrome

  • A. Cast
  • B. Stainless
  • C. Free carbon
  • D. Carbon chrome

Explanation

Ball-bearing races and balls are commonly made from hard carbon-chromium steel, which provides high hardness, wear resistance, and fatigue strength. Stainless steel is used for special corrosive environments rather than as the general choice.

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