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What is Carbide?
"Carbide" as used in "Carbide Drills" and "Carbide Saws" is the alloy Tungsten Carbide. Chemically the material is either Tungsten Carbide (WC) or Tungsten diCarbide (WC2). Carbide is used because of its hardness.
Can a tungsten carbide ring be resized?
Tungsten carbide rings cannot be resized. Due to their extreme hardness and durability, tungsten carbide rings cannot be resized like traditional metals such as gold or silver. It is recommended to ensure the correct size before purchasing a tungsten carbide ring.
Why are cutting bits made of tungsten carbide?
Cutting bits are made of tungsten carbide due to its exceptional hardness and wear resistance, which significantly enhances their durability and effectiveness in machining and cutting applications. Tungsten carbide can withstand high temperatures and pressures, making it ideal for high-performance tools. Additionally, its brittleness is balanced by its strength, allowing for sharp cutting edges that maintain their integrity during use. This combination of properties makes tungsten carbide a preferred material in the manufacturing of cutting tools.
Can tungsten carbide tarnish?
No, tungsten carbide is highly resistant to tarnishing or corrosion due to its hardness and chemical inertness. This makes it a popular choice for jewelry and industrial applications that require durability and longevity.
What is a tungsten fc ring?
A tungsten FC ring is likely a typo or confusion with tungsten carbide rings. Tungsten carbide rings are popular for their durability, scratch resistance, and affordable price compared to other fine metals like gold or platinum. They are a popular choice for wedding bands or fashion rings.
Is tungsten tougher that tungsten carbide?
No. Tungsten is an element, where as tungsten carbide is an alloy, or a mixture of elements (tungsten, nickel, tantalum, niobium, titanium, and chromium). Tungsten carbide is much easier to work into styles and designs, but does not change the hardness of the metal.
What is the solute and solvent of tungsten carbide?
In the context of tungsten carbide, the solute is tungsten carbide itself (the solid compound of tungsten and carbon) and the solvent would be the medium in which tungsten carbide is dissolved, which is typically a liquid like cobalt or nickel in the case of cemented carbide materials.
What material mould would use for tungsten carbide tips making?
mold for tungsten carbide
Is it true that tungsten carbide mens rings are dangerous because there is nothing strong enough to cut them off the finger in case of accident or emergency?
Added by Gmarmalard: Please see "Related Link" below for a video demonstrating the method used for removing tungsten carbide rings with a pair of "Vice Grip" pliers. There's no need for any special cutting equipment and certainly no amputation necessary! As tungsten does not bend, the pressure placed on the ring will cause it to crack or shatter. Because the "Vice Grip" pliers are adjusted slightly tighter in increments the pliers do not clamp down on the finger once the ring breaks. No, that is false. Tungsten carbide is quite strong, but it can be cut. Furthermore, the loss of a digit is hardly considered immediately life threatening. So even if one was to lose a finger as a result of an emergency in which a tungsten carbide ring could not be cut, the chances the person would die from such an injury are extremely remote. We cut tungsten carbide all day long at our company. It is cut with a silicon carbide blade or a diamond blade. One problem would be the intense heat generated during the cutting. The ring would have to be water cooled during cutting so as to not turn white hot. We use tungsten carbide at work all the time. It is hard, but can be easily broken. If you hit the ring on the side with a hammer it would crack into pieces. If you put a diamond ring on a anvil and hit it with a hammer it would shatter. Similar deal for carbide. Added by derekg0: Also I've heard of people shattering their tungsten carbide rings on rare occasions, so that might be another way to get it off. I don't have any experience with this, however, just anecdotal evidence
What two compounds are used to make tungsten carbide?
Tungsten Carbide is made from compounds of Tungsten and Carbon. At the base level, Tungsten Carbide resembles a type of fine dark powder. This powder then made into shapes by being pressed.
What elements make up tungsten carbide?
Tungsten and carbon
What ring cannot be cut off?
There are a few types of rings that can not be cut off. Titanium and Tungsten Carbide are very difficult to cut off in an emergency situation.
Can ferrous materials be cut using a miter saw?
yes use carbide blade
Where could one purchase standard tungsten carbide rings?
Standard tungsten carbide rings can be purchased at many jewelry stores. Places like Zales, Walmart and Jared are such stores that carry tungsten carbide rings.
What are the strongest alloys?
tungsten carbide
What is the Color of tungsten carbide?
Gunmetal
What type of tungsten rods are commonly used for drillbits?
tungsten carbide
