Alloy

Colmonoy 53

Alloy Type

Nickel with Chromium Carbide

Nominal Composition (%)

C 0.55
Si 3.70
Cr 12.30

Rockwell Hardness
(C-scale)

45-50

Density (gm/cc)

8.24

Fusing Temperature (approx.)

1950°F
1065°C

Resistance:

to
Abrasion

to

Corrosion

to
Impact

to
Galling

3

2

3

3

Supplied Forms

Atomized Powder

Method of application

Fusewelder (53), HVOF (53HV)

Description and General Uses

Similar to Colmonoy No. 63, but has increased ductility with slightly lower abrasion and corrosion resistance.  Finished by grinding.