R&D & Metallurgy
Wear Part Materials and Metallurgy: Grade Selection by Application
Applied metallurgical science, precision manufacturing processes, and real performance improvements. Material technologies from standard manganese steels to advanced TiC composites.
Material Technologies
Click on each material to explore detailed specifications, applications, and technical guidance.
Mn13Cr2
Mn18Cr2
Work-Hardening Steels
Manganese Steel Alloys
The foundation material for crusher wear parts. Work-hardening manganese steel (Mn13-Mn22) develops surface hardness under impact while maintaining a tough core. Available in standard Mn13Cr2 through ultra-high Mn22Cr2 grades.
Key Specifications
Applications
TiC hardness
Volume fraction
Titanium Carbide Technology
TiC-Reinforced Composites
Titanium carbide (TiC) particles at 2,500-3,200 HV provide extreme abrasion resistance. TiC inserts are positioned at high-wear surfaces during casting for 220-280% wear life improvement in severe applications.
Key Specifications
Applications
Ceramic hardness
Impact resistance
Metal Matrix Composites
Ceramic MMC Inserts
Ceramic metal matrix composites combine alumina or zirconia ceramic particles with manganese steel matrix. Provides exceptional abrasion resistance for specific high-wear applications in clean feed environments.
Key Specifications
Applications
Hardness
Carbide hardness
Maximum Hardness Cr20-Cr26
High-Chrome White Iron
High-chrome white iron (ASTM A532 Class III) delivers maximum abrasion resistance through hard chromium carbide phases. Hardness of 600-700 HB but limited impact resistance—requires clean feed without tramp metal.
Key Specifications
Applications
Hardness
Impact strength
Impact-Resistant Tool Steels
Martensitic Steel Alloys
Martensitic steels provide optimal balance of hardness, toughness, and impact resistance for applications with metal contamination risk. Significantly tougher than high-chrome while offering better abrasion resistance than standard manganese in non-work-hardening conditions.
Key Specifications
Applications
Operating temp
Oxidation resistant
High-Temperature Applications
Heat-Resistant Alloys
Specialized alloys engineered for elevated temperature applications in cement plants, clinker processing, and other thermal environments. Maintain mechanical properties at temperatures where standard alloys degrade.
Key Specifications
Applications
Cr-Mo alloying for corrosion resistance
Wet processing capability
Chemical & Moisture Resistance
Corrosion-Resistant Alloys
Alloys formulated for corrosive environments including wet processing, chemical exposure, and high-moisture applications. Combines wear resistance with corrosion protection for extended service life.
Key Specifications
Applications
Material Selection Guide
Quick reference for selecting the right material based on your application requirements.
| Application | Primary Need | Recommended Material | |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Impact + Low Abrasion | Toughness under impact | Mn13Cr2 or Martensitic | Learn more → → |
| High Impact + High Abrasion | Work-hardening + wear resistance | Mn18Cr2, Mn22Cr2, or TiC inserts | Learn more → → |
| Low Impact + High Abrasion | Maximum hardness (clean feed) | High-chrome white iron | Learn more → → |
| Metal Contamination Risk | Rebar/tramp metal tolerance | Martensitic steel | Learn more → → |
| Clean, Pure Abrasion (VSI) | Extreme wear resistance | High-chrome or Ceramic MMC | Learn more → → |
| High Temperature | Thermal stability | Heat-resistant alloys | Learn more → → |
| Corrosive Environment | Chemical/moisture resistance | Corrosion-resistant alloys | Learn more → → |
Precision Manufacturing & Quality Control
Advanced materials require advanced manufacturing. Our 50,000 sq.m facility combines state-of-the-art casting equipment, controlled heat treatment processes, precision CNC machining, and comprehensive quality testing to deliver consistent, high-performance crusher wear parts.
Casting Capacity
20,000+ tons annual capacity with controlled cooling systems
Heat Treatment
Thermocouple-monitored furnaces for precise microstructure
CNC Machining
±0.3mm tolerance on critical dimensions
Quality Lab
OES analysis, hardness testing, impact testing
ISO 9001 Quality Assurance
Our ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system ensures consistent processes from raw material receipt through final inspection. Every part ships with material certifications and dimensional verification.
- Chemical analysis via optical emission spectrometer
- Hardness testing (Brinell, Rockwell, Vickers)
- Impact testing (Charpy V-notch per ASTM E23)
- CMM dimensional inspection on all machined parts
- Full material traceability and documentation
Technical Downloads
Essential resources for crusher part selection, material comparison, and performance optimization.
Blow Bar Selection Guide
Comprehensive guide for selecting the right blow bars, covering material options, crusher compatibility, and application recommendations.
Material Selection Guide
Technical comparison of manganese steel grades, high-chrome alloys, martensitic steel, and ceramic composites with application recommendations.
OEM Cross-Reference Guide
Cross-reference for Metso, Sandvik, Terex, and other major OEM part numbers with ATF equivalent specifications and ordering codes.
Installation & Maintenance Manual
Safe installation procedures, torque specifications, inspection intervals, and troubleshooting guides for blow bar wear parts.
Not Sure Which Material is Right for You?
Our application engineers provide free technical consultations to help you select the optimal material for your specific crushing application. We analyze your material properties, operating conditions, and performance requirements to recommend the best solution.
Material Analysis
Understand your feed material's hardness, abrasiveness, and characteristics.
Wear Life Prediction
Estimate expected wear life based on material grade and operating conditions.
Cost Optimization
Balance initial cost vs. wear life to minimize your cost per ton processed.