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During the process of Deep Cryogenic Treatment, austenite is transformed into martensite, which is then then tempered to change into tempered martensite. In addition, small complex carbides called eta-carbides are precipitated out. This greatly reduces residual stress and promotes “micro-smoothing” of the surface.
