The powders of tungsten carbide/ cobalt are being used in an increasing number of applications throughout the world, e.g. cutting tools, mining and gas drilling, transportation, forestry and in tools and components which need to be resistant to wear and abrasion. This book, by a highly experienced industrial metallurgist, is a comprehensive source of information on these powders, covering every aspect from crystal structure through production, properties, testing, reclamation, toxicity and applications. The result is the definitive book on this topic. Author is a highly experienced industrial metallurgist.A comprehensive overiview of all you need to know about the powders of tungsten carbide/ cobalt.Essential reading for producers of tungsten, tungsten carbide and cobalt powders; producers of sintered cemented carbide tools; research labs working in PM and cemented carbides; end users such as tool makers, mining and gas drilling, construction, forestry, component manufacturers. INDICE: Contents: Introduction - History; Crystal Structure and Phase Diagrams; Production of Powders; Properties of the Constituents; Consolidation of the Cermet powder; Microstructural aspects; Physical Properties of Cermets; Mechanical properties of Cermets; Joining; Machining; Coatings; Testing and Quality Control; Reclamation; Toxicity, health hazards; Applications; Other Binders for WC; Composite and Gradient Materials; Conclusion; Bibliography.
- ISBN: 978-1-85617-428-2
- Editorial: Elsevier Science
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 512
- Fecha Publicación: 01/04/2021
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés