Tungsten carbide (cobalt binder) Material Datasheet
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| Material Number | Standard | Range of Application | Standard Status | Country | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC-Co (DIN EN ISO 7153-1 : 2017-02) | DIN EN ISO 7153-1 : 2017-02 | Supersedes DIN EN ISO 7153-1 : 2001-02 | Valid | Germany | Sinter plate tungsten carbide (cobalt binder) for surgical instruments. Applicaion examples: forceps with wear protection, forceps with bow handles with wear protection, needle holders with wear protection (each for inserts or coating) |
Mechanical Properties
| Temperature [°C] | Hardness HV | Source | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|
| blur | blur | blur | blur |
Cross Reference
| Material Name | Country | Standard | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO 71531-1 (ab) | International | ISO 7153-1 | DIN EN ISO 7153-1 |