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Tungsten Steel YW1
Material Type
Metal
Material Name
Tungsten Steel YW1
Process Compatibility
CNC Milling, CNC Turning
introduction
Tungsten Steel YW1 in CNC Machining
Tungsten steel YW1 is used for precision machining applications because it maintains dimensional accuracy and produces high-quality surface finishes.
Tungsten steel, including YW1, is extremely hard, so it is suitable for cutting, drilling, and milling applications in CNC machining. The hardness contributes to longer tool life and better performance in machining operations. It has excellent wear resistance, ensuring the cutting tools maintain their sharp edges for extended periods. It has high strength and stiffness, providing stability and precision during CNC machining. Also, it has good heat resistance, allowing for high-speed machining without significantly degrading the cutting tool's performance.
It can deal with elevated temperatures generated during machining processes. While tungsten steel itself is highly durable, coatings such as TiN (Titanium Nitride) or TiAlN (Titanium Aluminum Nitride) can be applied to enhance tool life further and reduce friction. Despite its excellent properties, tungsten steel can be brittle. DEK is very careful in machining to avoid excessive tool deflection, which could lead to breakage. Proper machining parameters, including cutting speed, feed rate, and depth of cut, are optimized to maximize tool life and efficiency.
Properties
Properties Table of Tungsten Steel YW1
| Property | |
|---|---|
| Density(g/cm³) | 13 |
| Bending Strength(N/mm²) | 1710 |
| Hardness(HRA) | 92.5 |
TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW
Basic Knowledge of Tungsten Steel YW1
What is Tungsten Steel YW1?
Tungsten steel, also known as cemented carbide, is a composite material used in CNC machining. YW1 is a specific grade of tungsten steel well-suited for various machining applications.
It is composed of Tungsten carbide (WC), which provides hardness and wear resistance; then Cobalt (Co) acts as a binder, enhancing toughness and strength. It’s used in machining common steel, cast iron, and challenging materials like refractory steel, stainless steel, and more.
Advantages of Tungsten Steel YW1
High hardness
Excellent wear resistance
Good toughness
High temperature resistance
High strength
Superior cutting performance
Extended tool life
Enhanced machining capabilities
Resistance to deformation
Versatility in applications
Applications of Tungsten Steel YW1
Cutting tools
Drilling bits
End mills
Cold heading dies
Forming rolls
Punches and dies
Wire drawing dies
Metal forming tools
Shear blades
Wear-resistant components
FAQ
Machining Tungsten Steel YW1 Buying FAQ
Tungsten Steel YW1, also known as high-speed steel, has a high melting point and is challenging to anneal using traditional methods. Annealing involves heating the material to a specific temperature and then gradually cooling it to alter its properties. Tungsten steel is often heat-treated rather than annealed to enhance its hardness and wear resistance.
Tungsten steel, a hard and brittle material, is unsuitable for traditional forging processes. Forging typically involves shaping a material by applying force through hammering or pressing at elevated temperatures. Tungsten steel's high hardness makes it challenging to deform plastically at forging temperatures. Instead, machining processes, such as CNC machining, are more commonly used to shape and form Tungsten Steel YW1.
Tungsten Steel YW1 has a high melting point, making it difficult to melt using conventional methods. The melting point of tungsten is significantly higher than that of other common metals. In industrial applications, tungsten is often produced through a powder metallurgy process rather than melting, as it allows for better control over the final material's properties.
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