Wirenet Image Band
wirenet.org mobile image band

The Book of Terms

Galling

A wire surface defect that results from the disruption of the lubricant layer between metal asperities and the forming die during drawing. The additional friction may cause localized heating, surface roughness, spalling, and the formation of transverse cracks.

Contact us

The Wire Association Int.

71 Bradley Road, Suite 9

Madison, CT 06443-2662

P: (203) 453-2777