Polymet offers thermal spray powder for High Velocity Oxy-Fuel (HVOF) systems. These HVOF tungsten carbide powder materials offer high density, low porosity, and high bond strength.
See our products below to find out more including applications and a competitor cross reference guide.
HVOF Thermal Spray Powder
All powders are agglomerated and sintered
Products
| PMET # | competitor equivalents | description |
|---|---|---|
| PMET 88-12 | 1342VM, Woka 3102, Amperit 518 | WC 12Co HVOF Powder |
| PMET 86-10-4 | 1350VM, Woka 3652, Amperit 558 | WC 10Co 4CR HVOF Powder |
| PMET 90-10 | 1310VM, Woka 3302 | WC-10Ni HVOF Powder |
| PMET 83-17 | 1343VM Woka 3202, Amperit 526 | WC-17Co Powder |
PMET 88-12
WC 12CO Tungsten Carbide Powder
Details
88% WC 12% Co (Agglomerated and Sintered)
-45/+15 µm
PMET 88-12 (WC 12CO) is a tungsten carbide powder for HVOF thermal spray coatings. It has excellent low-temperature wear properties, a dense coating with minimal oxidation and great corrosion resistance. It has as service environment up to 900°F (482°C).
Applications
- Steel Rolls
- Conveyor Screws
- Impellor Screws
- Corrugating Rollers
- Exhaust Fans
- Pump Housings
Cross References
- TAFA Praxair: 1342VM
- Sulzer Metco: Metco 5812, Woka 3201
- H.C. Starck: Amperit® 518
| CR | NI | SI | C | MN | P | S | CU | FE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | 18.00 | 34.00 | 1.00 | – | – | – | – | – | Balance |
| MAX | 20.00 | 37.00 | 1.50 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 1.00 |
PMET 86-10-4
WC 10CO 4CR Tungsten Carbide Powder
Details
86% WC 10% Co 4% Cr (Agglomerated and Sintered)
-45/+15 µm
PMET 86-10-4 (WC 10CO 4CR) is a tungsten carbide powder for HVOF thermal spray coatings. This powder has a dense particle structure with carbides that produce a finer microstructure and a dense, smooth coating finish. It also has great flowability characteristics and is appropriate for erosive and abrasive wear applications. It has a service environment up to 850°F (450°C).
Applications:
- Hard Chrome Replacement
- Pump Seals
- Slush Pump Piston Rods
- Hydraulic Rods
- Compressor Shafts
- Corrugating Rollers
- Ball, Gate, & Dump Valves
Cross reference:
- TAFA Praxair: 1350VM
- Sulzer Metco: Metco® 5847
- H.C. Starck: Amperit® 558, 554
| CR | NI | SI | C | MN | P | S | CU | FE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | 18.00 | 34.00 | 1.00 | – | – | – | – | – | Balance |
| MAX | 20.00 | 37.00 | 1.50 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 1.00 |
PMET 90-10
WC-10NI Tungsten Carbide Powder
Details
90% WC 10% Ni (Agglomerated and Sintered)
-45/+15 µm
PMET90-10 (WC-10NI) is a tungsten carbide powder for HVOF thermal spray coatings. It is a better alternative to WC-Co for corrosion protection. This powder has great low-temperature wear properties and excellent deposition efficiency. It produces a hard, abrasive coating and has a service environment up to 900°F (842°C).
Applications:
- Oil Field Equipment
- Ball Valves in Oxidizing Environments
- Gate Valves
- Pump Components
- Other Erosion, Abrasion, & Sliding Wear Applications
Cross Reference:
- TAFA Praxair: 1310VM
- Sulzer Metco: Woka® 3302, 3303
| CR | NI | SI | C | MN | P | S | CU | FE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | 18.00 | 34.00 | 1.00 | – | – | – | – | – | Balance |
| MAX | 20.00 | 37.00 | 1.50 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 1.00 |
PMET 83-17
WC-17 CO Tungsten Carbide Powder
Details
83% WC 17% Co (Agglomerated and Sintered)
-45/+15 µm
PMET 83-17 (WC 17CO) is a tungsten carbide powder for HVOF thermal spray coatings. It has a higher Co level that provides better toughness, impact strength, and ductility than the popular WC-12Co. The dense structure of the powder provides superior coating density and increased powder flow. It produces an abrasive coating with a service environment up to 900°F (482°C).
Applications:
- Shrouds
- Exhaust Fans
- Extrusion Dies
- Pump Seals
- Crushing Rollers
- Sucker Rod Couplings
Cross reference:
- TAFA Praxair: 1343VM
- Sulzer Metco: Metco® 5143
- H.C. Starck: Amperit® 526
| CR | NI | SI | C | MN | P | S | CU | FE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | 18.00 | 34.00 | 1.00 | – | – | – | – | – | Balance |
| MAX | 20.00 | 37.00 | 1.50 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 1.00 |
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