What are the differences between magnesium alloy and high-carbon steel?
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Magnesium alloy frames have the advantages of being lightweight, having good elasticity, and excellent resistance to moisture and oxidation. The downside is that they are more expensive than high-carbon steel and not as strong. High-carbon steel frames, on the other hand, offer high strength and low cost. However, due to their heavy weight, they are gradually being replaced by aluminum alloy materials. Currently, only lower-end bicycles still use high-carbon steel frames. The disadvantages include heavy weight and susceptibility to rust in humid environments. The pros and cons of magnesium alloy frame bicycles and high-carbon steel frame bicycles are as follows: 1. Magnesium alloy frames: Advantages include being lightweight, having good elasticity, and excellent resistance to moisture and oxidation. The downside is higher cost compared to high-carbon steel and lower strength. 2. High-carbon steel frames: Advantages include high strength and low cost. However, due to their heavy weight, they are being phased out in favor of aluminum alloy materials, with only lower-end bicycles still using them. The disadvantages are heavy weight and a tendency to rust in humid conditions.