WALLCOLMONOY

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

Wallex® 6:

A Cobalt-Based Alloy with

Excellent Resistance to
Erosion and Cavitation
Ball Valve HVOF Sprayed with Wallex® 6

Description: Table 1: Physical Properties (approximate):

Wallex® 6 is a Co-Cr-W-C alloy with excellent
resistance to erosion and cavitation. The cast alloy Density 8.46 g/cm3 (0.31 lb/cu in)
has a hardness range of 38-46 Rockwell C. Solidus 1283°C / 2341°F
Liquidus 1395°C / 2543°F
Applications include:
• Valve Seats
• Plugs
• Stem Guides
• Bearings Table 2: Mean Coefficient of Thermal Expansion:
• Shafts
°C µm/m.K
Nominal Composition - % by Weight: 20-100 11.3
20-200 12.9
20-400 13.6
Co Cr W C Others
20-700 14.7
Bal 29 4.5 1.1 Ni, Fe, Si, Mo
20-900 15.5
Forms Available:
• PTA / Laser Cladding Grade and HVOF powder
• Investment, sand and centrifugal castings
Table 3: Room & Elevated Temp. Hardness:
• HIP-consolidated components
• Cast rods for oxy-acetylene and TIG deposition
Hot Hardness °C Rockwell C
* Self-fluxing forms available Room 40
100 39.8
200 36.4
500 31
800 16

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Application by PTA Welding: Machining, Grinding and Lapping:

There are numerous Plasma Transferred Arc There are several techniques used for material
Welding systems on the market and a wide range of removal that produce high quality finished products.
welding parameters can be used with Wallex® 6 to Machining can be done, using cubic boron nitride
produce excellent weld overlays. tooling. Use GE’s BZN compacts (such as BRNG-43T)
or Kennametal’s CNMA 433KC-210. Use a negative
Wall Colmonoy recommends pure argon shielding rake tool, with a 15-degree lead angle. It should
gas and argon/hydrogen (<5%) plasma/carrier gas. have a 1.2mm (3/64-in.) radius and T-land edge
Although, pure argon can also be used as both preparation. Set tool at centreline of work. Feed
shielding and carrier/plasma gas. at 0.005-0.010 IPR, with depth of cut up to 3.2mm
(0.125-in.), at 200-300 SFM or higher.
Welding parameter settings will depend on the base
metal, its thickness, geometry and metallurgical The coatings can be machined with difficulty by
condition as well as the desired properties/geometry carbide-tipped tools, such as Kennametal K6,
of the weld overlay and the type of PTA equipment Carboloy 883 or equivalent. For roughing, grind the
being used. tool with a slight lead and rake angle, and a slight
radius (approx. 0.8mm (1/32”)). Use a fine feed, about
Preheat and weld inter-pass temperature can affect 0.076mm (0.003“) per revolution, with a depth of cut
the quality of the weld deposit and its wear properties. about 0.38mm (0.015”) at 15 SFPM. Set tool about
0.8mm (1/32”) below centre. For finishing, grind
the tool with the same slight lead and rake angles
and with about a 1.6mm (1/16”) radius. Use a fine
feed, about 0.076mm (0.003”) per revolution, with a
maximum cut of 0.13mm (0.005”) at approximately
45 SFPM.

Grinding is used after machining to remove the last

0.13 – 0.15mm (0.005-0.006”) of material. Actually,
the entire finishing is most commonly done by
grinding, which eliminates machining. Grinding
produces a near- frictionless mirror finish.

Such smooth surfaces usually wear better, because

they generate less heat and friction. Whereas a
diamond wheel is preferred, green silicon carbide
Application by Laser Cladding wheels (hardness H to K) can be used. Use 24 to 36 grit
Laser cladding utilises a laser beam as a heat
for roughing and 60 grit or finer for finishing. Grind
source to weld a surfacing material to a substrate.
wet when possible; do not let the wheel get loaded;
Surface cladding powder is delivered to the weld
dress frequently. Take light, fast cuts. (Manufacturer
zone through a powder feeder with an inert gas
can provide full details for grinding.)
carrier. The power level of the laser, the powder feed
rate, pre-heat of the base metal, and 3-dimensional
movement speeds must be balanced to produce Safety:
a metallurgically bonded, low dilution, crack free, When handling powders do so in such a way to avoid
porosity free clad overlay. creating a dust cloud; avoid inhalation or contact
with skin or eyes. Conduct coating operations in
Properly applied laser clad overlays can have a properly ventilated area. For more information,
significantly higher hardness than a corresponding consult 11.8 (Ventilation), AWS Thermal Spraying:
thermal spray applied coating of the same material. Practice, Theory, and Application available from
Alloy selection for the laser cladding process should American Welding Society, OSHA Safety and Health
take this into consideration. Standards available from U.S. Government Printing
Office, and the manufacturer’s Material Safety Data
Laser cladding can be conducted in a sealed, inert Sheet (MSDS).
environment, or in an open shop environment. In
the latter case, the use of argon or helium carrier
gases with argon and/or helium shielding gases are
recommended. Nitrogen is not an inert gas and it is
not recommended for general use in laser cladding.

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Warning: Thermal spray torches and heating

torches used for application of this product
utilize compressed gases including oxygen and a
flammable fuel gas. Follow your employers safety
procedures when using and handling these gases
and equipment. Infrared and ultraviolet radiation
(light) emitted from flame and hot metal can injure
eyes and burn skin. Use appropriate personal
protective equipment.

Danger: Plasma transferred arc (PTA) welding is a

welding process used for application of this
product. Follow your employers safety procedures
and the equipment manufacturers instructions when
PTA welding. Electric shock can kill. Properly install
and ground electrical equipment prior to use. Infrared
and ultraviolet radiation emitted from the hot metal
or welding arc can injure eyes and burn skin. Use
appropriate personal protective equipment.

Warning: Laser cladding processes may use high

power levels when applying this product. Follow your
employers safety procedures and the equipment
manufacturers instructions when laser cladding.
Refer to AISI Z136.1 “Safe use of Lasers” and consult
your employers Laser Safety Officer regarding the
proper use of personal protective equipment.

Storage Requirements:
Keep thermal spray powders in a closed container
and protect against moisture pick-up. The containers
should be tumbled before using the powder. If
moisture is absorbed from the atmosphere, it can
be removed and flowability can be restored by drying
the powder, with the seal removed and lid loosened,
at 66°C – 93°C (150-200°F) for two hours prior to use.

The information provided herein is given as a guideline to

follow. It is the responsibility of the end user to establish
the process information most suitable for their specific
application(s).
Wall Colmonoy Limited (UK) assumes no responsibility
for failure due to misuse or improper application of this
product, or for any incidental damages arising out of the
use of this material.

Updated January 2021

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