How to Choose the Laser Cladding Powder for Each Application

Why Choosing the Right Laser Cladding Powder

In Laser Cladding technology, the choice of cladding material—usually metal alloy powders—plays a crucial role in determining the durability, performance, and service life of components. Depending on working conditions such as abrasion, chemical corrosion, or high temperature, it is essential to select the proper cladding alloy to ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Identify Operating Conditions

Before selecting a cladding material, consider the following key questions:

• Will the component operate in dry, wet, abrasive, or chemically aggressive environments?
• Is there exposure to seawater, acid, or alkaline substances?
• What is the maximum operating temperature?
• Are there requirements for surface hardness, smoothness, or load resistance?

Clearly understanding the working environment helps narrow down the right alloy group for your application.

Select Cladding Material by Application

✅ A. For Abrasion Resistance

Typical applications: Crushers, agitators, augers, slurry pumps…

Recommended materials:

• WC-Ni (Tungsten Carbide – Nickel): Exceptional wear resistance, hardness > 60 HRC, ideal for highly abrasive environments with solid particles.
• Fe-Cr-C (Iron – Chromium – Carbon): Good wear protection at affordable cost, suitable for general-purpose industrial parts.

✅ B. For Corrosion Resistance

Typical applications: Chemical, food processing, or marine environments…

Recommended materials:

• Inconel 625, Hastelloy (Ni-Cr-Mo): Excellent resistance to chemicals, seawater, and oxidation.
• Stellite (Cobalt-based): Combines both corrosion and wear resistance, ideal for harsh service conditions.

✅ C. For High-Temperature Resistance

Typical applications: Burners, turbines, hot molds…

Recommended materials:

• Inconel 718: Stable at high temperatures from 700°C to 1000°C.
• Stellite 6/12: Offers excellent wear resistance, heat resistance, and anti-adhesion properties across a variety of substrates.

Other Factors to Consider

• Cost-performance balance: Avoid overengineering; choose a material that meets your needs without excessive cost.
• Post-cladding machinability: Determine if finishing operations like turning or polishing are required.
• Bonding strength: Some high-performance alloys may require a buffer or interlayer to ensure strong adhesion.

Material Selection Process at PHUONGDONG

At Phuong Dong Industry, we provide tailored consultation based on the following process:

1. On-site survey of actual working conditions
2. Material recommendation based on application (wear/corrosion/temperature)
3. Comparison of alloy options in terms of features and cost
4. Sample cladding if needed
5. Final cladding service using advanced Laser Cladding systems

With hands-on experience and state-of-the-art equipment, PHUONGDONG delivers customized Laser Cladding services using a wide range of alloy powders. We are committed to helping businesses find the optimal cladding solution for durable and cost-efficient component recovery.

Contact us for consultation and support:

PHUONG DONG TRADING AND INDUSTRY CO., LTD
Address: Alley 70, Dan Di, Uy No, Dong Anh, Hanoi
Phone/Zalo: +84 987.822.360