Forging materials are readily available and comparatively inexpensive. New advanced-composite part designs may often require long lead times and substantial development costs. The high production rates possible in forging cannot yet be achieved in reinforced plastics and composites. Even advanced aerospace forgings are established products with well-documented physical, mechanical and performance data. Broader service temperature range.
Forgings maintain performance over a wider temperature range.
More reliable service performance. Forging materials out-perform composites in almost all physical and mechanical property areas, especially in impact resistance and compression strength.