Metallizing
Thermal spray began with metallizing, invented in 1910 and still widely used today. A single wire is entered into an oxy fuel flame creating a molten stream of metal where compressed air then propels it onto the work surface forming a coating.
Energy Source & Consumption
Spraying Factors
Oxy Fuel 2500 Scfh
Spray Rates
Deposit Efficiencies
Deposit Per Pass
Particle Velocities
5 to 15 lbs/hour
65% to 75%
.002” to .005”
600 fps
Coating Properties
Materials
Coating Finishing Processes
Hardness Range of Materials/Coatings
Typical Oxide Content
Typical Porosity Levels
Erosion Resistance Rating
Abrasive Wear Resistance Rating
Thermal Cycling & Thermal Shock Capabilities
Co-efficient of Thermal Expansion & Contraction
Corrosion/Oxidation Resistance Rating
Wire drawn materials, base metals, carbon & stainless steels, some alloy materials
Machine, Mill or Grind
Rc 25-50
5% to 10%
5% to 10%
Fair to Good
Fair to Good
Fair to Good
Fair to Good
Fair
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Metallic Bonds, Ltd.
For more than 30 years, Metallic Bonds, Ltd. has been a leader in quality Thermal Spray Coating Services, Brush Plating, and Machine Component Repair.
Toll Free: 1-800-236-3307
Phone: 608-365-9299
1929 Royce Ave
Beloit, Wisconsin 53511
United States
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