YG15 Carbide for General Purpose Stamping and Forming

Introduction

YG15 is one of the most versatile tungsten carbide grades. Its balance of hardness and toughness makes it suitable for a wide range of stamping and forming applications.

Material Properties

YG15 contains approximately 15 percent cobalt. It offers hardness around 87 to 89 HRA with good transverse rupture strength. It wears well while resisting chipping under moderate impact.

Applications

YG15 is used for stamping dies, drawing dies, forming tools, and moderate heading applications. It handles both non-ferrous and ferrous materials in general production.

Versatility

Because it balances wear and toughness, YG15 is a default choice when the exact application demands are unclear. It performs reliably across a range of conditions.

When to Use Other Grades

For extreme wear on thin materials, YG6 or YG8 may be better. For heavy impact cold heading, YG20 is preferred. YG15 covers the broad middle ground.

Conclusion

YG15 is a workhorse carbide grade for general purpose stamping and forming. Its balanced properties make it a reliable choice for many die applications.

References

GB/T 7714: GUPTA R, SONG J. Powder metallurgy processing and mechanical properties of cemented tungsten carbide composites[J]. International Journal of Refractory Metals and Hard Materials, 2020, 91: 105246.

APA 7th: Gupta, R., & Song, J. (2020). Powder metallurgy processing and mechanical properties of cemented tungsten carbide composites.

MLA 9th: Gupta, R., and J. Song. "Powder Metallurgy Processing and Mechanical Properties of Cemented Tungsten Carbide Composites."