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Weld Overlay Plate

Duaplate® S3

Overview

Duaplate® S3 is a chromium-tungsten carbide weld overlay used for bulk materials handling applications. The manufacturing process of Duaplate®, along with the microstructure and chemical composition, gives S3 its superior properties. S3 performs well in high abrasion and high impact wear applications. Large sheets or custom shapes of Duaplate® S3 are available and can be formed into complex shapes.

Duaplate® S3 is a chromium-tungsten carbide weld overlay, the manufacturing process of Duaplate®, along with the microstructure and chemical composition, gives Duaplate® S3 its superior properties. Duaplate® S3 performs well in high abrasion and high impact wear applications. Large sheets or custom shapes of Duaplate® S3 are available and can be formed into complex shapes.
Manufacture
Duaplate® is manufactured by welding an abrasion resistant material to a mild steel base. A chromium-tungsten rich powder is fused to the base plate, creating a bi-metallic material with high abrasion resistance whilst still retaining ductility allowing forming and welding. Multiple overlay and backing plate thickness options are available.
Composition
Extra alloying elements help to give Duaplate® S3 its superior properties. The typical chemical composition is given below:
Carbon

4.4%–7.5%

Silicon

<0.9%

Manganese

1.0%–1.6%

Chromium

23%–35%

Tungsten

2%–7%

Iron

Balance

Microstructure

An S3 microstructure consists of fine, primary M7 C 3 carbides surrounded by a eutectic mixture of carbides and austenitic matrix material. The very hard primary carbides form as hexagonal nodules and help to prevent wear of the hard-facing material. The austenitic matrix material provides mechanical support to the primary carbides whilst also helping to absorb impact.

Typical Properties
Bulk Hardness

700 HV30

Carbide Hardness

1100–1600 HV0.3

Volume Fraction of Carbides

>37%

Density

7850 kg/m3

Used on :
  • Bin and Hopper Liners
  • Chute Liners
  • Deflector Plates

Duaplate® S3 Weld Overlay

Duaplate® S3 Weld Overlay Manufacturing Process

Duaplate® S3 Weld Overlay Manufacturing

Duaplate® S3 Weld Overlay Microstructure

Duaplate® S3 Weld Overlay Microstructure

Duaplate® S3 Weld Overlay Application

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