Products
Characteristics
Designation
Physical and mechanical characteristics
Average WC grit size: fine
Density (ISO 3369): 14.15 g/cm³
Hardness (ISO 3878): 1,400 HV10
Flexural strength (ISO 3327): 3,200 MPa
Compressive strength: 4,900 MPa
Elastic modulus: 551 GPa
Fracture toughness: 15.5 MPa m1/2
Thermal conductivity at 100 °C: 90 W/(mK)
Coefficient of thermal expansion (20–400 °C): 5.4 x 10−6 K−1
Corrosion resistance: yes
Chemical composition
Character
The universal carbide grade – the ideal compromise between hardness and fracture toughness with high edge stability.
Application
Machining
Well suited:
Polishing
Suited:
EDM, coating, laser cutting
Use
Blocks for eroding, cutting punches and die plates with maximum wear resistance
Active parts for stamping, embossing, bending and forming