How can the wear resistance of the TRD carbide layer be evaluated?
Wear depends upon the condition of usage. It does not mean anything if it does not hold up under normal usage conditions. There are many test results published with general wear condition results, but it is almost impossible to speculate how the die surface will be worn under practical usage. There is a unique scientific society in Japan which has been eagerly researching the phenomenon of surface abrasion or evaluating the tool material and castings under the practical conditions of the industrial production called “Process Tripology” There are a number of research papers or comments that can be made available upon request.
