ANSI: SPMX115506TL20
ISO: SPMX115506TL20
Cemented carbides are a class of hard materials used extensively for cutting tools, as well as in other industrial applications. It consists of fine particles of carbide cemented into a composite by a binder metal. Cemented carbides commonly use tungsten carbide (WC), titanium carbide (TiC), or tantalum carbide (TaC) as the aggregate. Mentions of "carbide" or "tungsten carbide" in industrial contexts usually refer to these cemented composites. The cobalt content could vary from 5% to 23% base on application. 8% to 12% are the most common for cutting tools. Ruthenium is used to replace cobalt as a perfered binder for the best cutting performance.
Carbide coated with TiAIN and lubricity layer PVD coating. It has a lower friction coefficient and a lower cutting energy during finishing. The sharper cutting edge reduces the built-up edge damage and gives the workpiece and excellent surface finish. Recommended for alloyed steel.
