Tungsten Carbide (WC)

Ceramic

Basic Information

Category:Ceramic
Material Type:ceramic
Alternative Names:
WCTungsten CarbideCemented Carbide
Tags:
carbide-ceramiccermetcutting-tool

Composition & Structure

Composition:WC-6Co (6% cobalt binder)
Microstructure:WC grains with cobalt binder phase

Description

Cemented tungsten carbide with cobalt binder. Extremely hard and wear-resistant. Most common cutting tool material.

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