 Tungsten carbide alloys are widely used to manufacture wear resistant surfaces, metal forming tools, cutting tools and mining tools-with applications, ranging from home appliances to automobiles and aerospace. The wear resistance, toughness, hardness, compressive strength and transverse rupture strength inherent in tungsten carbide alloys suit such applications perfectly.
In general, tungsten carbide based cutting surfaces are useful when machining tough materials, such as carbon steel or stainless steel, as well as in situations where other tools would wear away, such as high-quantity production runs. Sometimes, carbide will leave a better finish on the part, and allow faster machining. Tungsten carbide based tools are also capable of withstanding higher operational temperatures than high-speed steel tools.
To boost the average lifespan of standard carbide tools, they're often coated. Two of the most popular coatings are titanium nitride (TiN) and titanium carbide (TiC). Coating tens to increase the hardness and lubricity of carbide alloy based tools. Coating allows the cutting edge of such tools to pass through targets without sticking. Coating's also help decrease the temperatures involved in cutting process and thereby increase a tool's service life.
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In addition to a comprehensive selection of tungsten carbide alloys, Charter Trading LTD brokers, trades and stocks a range of use specific carbide alloys to meet the needs of customers worldwide. Our tungsten carbide selection offers the uniform hardness necessary for clean welding, even machining and more. For a rundown of Charter's tungsten carbide alloys call 773-638-2300 today.
Remember, specific tungsten carbide alloys offer specific advantages including benefits from-faster machining capacity and the ability to withstand higher operational temperatures to less galling and increased service life. Simply call or email one of our specialists to find out how our Tungsten Carbide Alloys can give your business back its edge. |
