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Steel Wheels

Steel wheels are the factory normal production of wheels, because of their ability to maximize the easily mass produced sheet metal with some geometric modifications so that it is accurate to the slope of wheels. The sheet metal is usually rectangular and cut into the appropriate strips to be run along a conical shaping machine. They’re welded into place and then rims are attached. The hub that houses the holes for lug nuts are usually assembly welded in as well. The mass production feature of these wheels makes it exceptionally cheap, relatively speaking.

The drawback to this form of wheel is that it is heavy and ugly. The mass production of this wheel means that it is generic and function oriented, so it exists in the void of style. This is not a problem for the A to B transit consumer, but for those looking for something a little bit more from their ride, this is a definite drawback. The style is lacking, so is the demand. The other problem is that steel is the heaviest materiel used to fabricate wheels. Other lightweight, more beautiful composite alloys exist that are more easily customizable and more resistant to corrosion. The natural appeal of the metallic finish makes these wheels more desirable by the customer, and the average metal worker prefers a malleable surface to toy with then a dense unworkable product.

 

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