What Does VAD Stand For?
VAD stands for Vacuum Arc Degassing
VAD, or Vacuum Arc Degassing, is a specialized metallurgical process used to refine metals by removing impurities and gas inclusions. This technique employs a vacuum environment to create an arc that vaporizes the metal, allowing volatile impurities to escape. The resulting material boasts enhanced purity and improved mechanical properties, making VAD particularly valuable in the production of high-performance alloys and specialty steels used in demanding applications such as aerospace, automotive, and nuclear industries.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym