4130 vm

What does the VM stand for in the 4130vm alloy designation....is this different from 4130?

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John Kish
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Phil

VM refers to vacuum melted. I think the process helps lower impurities.

Kelley

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Kelley Mascher

That's exactly what it means Vacuum Melt and it produces a cleaner steel

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John Kish

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