TiCN-based Cermet
Titanium carbonitride (TiCN) based cermet with Ni/Co binder. Lighter than WC-Co (density ~6.5–7.2 g/cm³), excellent surface finish capability, low coefficient of friction, high crater wear resistance, and good chemical stability at high temperatures. Hardness 91–93 HRA (~1500–1700 HV), TRS 1500–2000 MPa. Lower toughness than WC-Co. Applications: finish turning of steel and stainless steel, high-speed cutting, precision boring, grooving. Not suitable for heavy interrupted cuts.
International equivalents
| Flag | Standard | Country | Grade | Number | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISO | INT | P01-P10 / K01-K10 (cermet) | — | % | |
| 🇺🇸 | Kennametal | USA | KT315 | — | % |
| 🇯🇵 | Kyocera | Japan | TN620 | — | % |
| 🇸🇪 | Sandvik | Sweden | CT5015 | — | % |
Sources: ISO 513, kennametal.com, kyocera.com, sandvik.coromant.com
Mechanical properties
Compatibility verdict
TiCN-based Cermet and P01-P10 / K01-K10 (cermet): null% composition match
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