Advantages of Open Die Forging

1. Higher cross section, and higher length jobs can be forged.
2. Dies are flat mostly, so no die-sinking is needed. Thus, die cost is low.
3. High rate of deformation at impact blow or high pressure.
4. Fibrous structure is obtained. Uniform properties than rolled product.
5. High strength, good ductility and good fatigue strength is obtained.
6. Refinement of coarse grain and structure of ingot.
7. Flaws, e.g., slag inclusions, porosity, etc., gets welded due to heavy working.