Tungsten Carbide Cobalt Powder (WC-5Co) Description
Tungsten Carbide Cobalt Powder (WC-5Co) is a high-quality material consisting of micro-sized tungsten carbide particles embedded in a cobalt matrix. WC alone has good hardness and wear resistance but is a little bit brittle. By adding Co which can hold WC particles together, this unique combination offers excellent mechanical properties, superior hardness, and enhanced wear resistance. The powder is carefully engineered to ensure a uniform distribution of nanoparticles, allowing for precise control in various applications.
Tungsten Carbide Cobalt Powder (WC-5Co) Specifications
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Chemical Formula
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WC-5Co
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Particle Size
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5-30, 15-45, 45-105, or customized
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Purity
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99.9%
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Morphology
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nearly spherical/ spherical
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Chemical Composition Comparison (%)
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Formula
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W
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Co
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Ni
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Cr
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Total C
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Free C
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Fe
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O
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WC-5Co
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Bal.
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4.83~5.2
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0.025
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0.01
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5.5~6.5
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0.01~0.03
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0.18~0.22
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0.09
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WC-6Co
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Bal.
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5.83~6.2
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0.01~0.02
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0.01
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5.5~6.5
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0.01~0.03
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0.18~0.22
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0.09
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WC-8Co
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Bal.
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7.8~8.3
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0.01~0.02
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0.01
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5.5~6.5
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0.01~0.03
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0.18~0.22
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0.09
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WC-10Co
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Bal.
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9.6~10.4
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0.01~0.02
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0.01
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5.5~6.5
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0.01~0.03
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0.18~0.22
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0.09
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WC-12Co
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Bal.
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11.8~12.3
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0.01~0.02
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0.01
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5.5~6.5
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0.01~0.03
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0.18~0.22
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0.09
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WC-15Co
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Bal.
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14.8~15.3
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0.01~0.02
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0.01
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5.5~6.5
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0.01~0.03
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0.18~0.22
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0.09
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WC-17Co
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Bal.
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16.8~17.3
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0.01~0.02
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0.01
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5.5~6.5
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0.01~0.03
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0.18~0.22
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0.09
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Tungsten Carbide-Cobalt (WC-5Co) Powder Characteristics
• Hardness: Very high hardness, typically around 2000 HV, providing excellent wear resistance.
• Toughness: The cobalt binder adds toughness, enhancing resistance to shock and impact.
• Density: High density, approximately 14.5 g/cm³, making it suitable for high-stress applications.
• Thermal Conductivity: High thermal conductivity, aiding in heat dissipation during cutting and machining operations.
• Wear Resistance: Exceptional wear resistance, ideal for cutting tools and wear parts.
In summary, WC-5Co powder offers a balanced combination of hardness and toughness, making it highly suitable for demanding industrial applications.
Tungsten Carbide Cobalt Powder (WC-5Co) Applications
• Cemented Carbide Production: Ideal for the production of cemented carbide tools and inserts, where the combination of tungsten carbide and cobalt provides exceptional hardness, toughness, and wear resistance.
• Additive Manufacturing: Suitable for advanced additive manufacturing techniques, allowing the production of complex parts with superior mechanical properties and wear resistance.
• Coatings and Surface Treatments: Enables the creation of wear-resistant coatings on various substrates, providing enhanced surface hardness and durability.
• Electronics and Electrical Contacts: Utilized in the fabrication of electrical contacts, where the high conductivity of tungsten carbide and the binding properties of cobalt are required.
• Catalysis and Chemical Reactions: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst support in various chemical reactions due to its high surface area and unique surface chemistry.
Tungsten Carbide Cobalt Powder (WC-5Co) Packaging
Our Tungsten Carbide Cobalt Powder (WC-5Co) is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
