Tungsten carbide material features extreme wear resistance and hardness. The material is typically
forged by the reaction of tungsten (W) metal and carbon (C) at 1400 to 2000°C. The result is a grey powder that can be pressed and formed into virtually any shape. When processing the powder into
a shape, manufacturers use either a nickel or cobalt-bonding agent. Several chemical compositions can be used to provide better properties for varying applications.
Properties of the 80-94% WC / 6-20% Ni:
Density : 13.8-15 g/cm3
Hardness : 81.5-89.5 HRA
Bending strength : 1500-2250 N/mm2
