Abstract
Diamod segments and saw blades have been prepared using both uncoated and coated saw grit and the relationship between the coating, diamond, metal matrix and performance in application is examined. In this study by K. Greene, D. Egan, S. Kelly, S. Naller and S. Melody, it is shown that the relative retention of diamond grit in a metal matrix during saw blade application testing can be predicted by relating the results from segment fracture analysis to a Weak Link Model for predicting retention of grit in metal matrices. In addition, the protection offered by a coating against diamond graphitisation can be assessed by analysing recovered diamond after segment manufacture. It is shown that a range of coatings is needed in order to successfully match a coating with the matrix material, method of tool production and application.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 57-65 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Industrial Diamond Review |
| Volume | 66 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 2006 |
| Externally published | Yes |