Laser cladding (LC)

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Laser cladding is a reducing and strengthening parts method with deposited layers of a coating applied by a laser beam. During the laser action, a molten bath is created, where the coating powder is supplied by means of a transporting gas.


Purpose:

  • repair of metal parts worn or damaged geometry;

  • repair parts of complex geometry;

  • growing volumetric metal parts or their worn damaged parts.

Advantages:

  • completely fusing the filler material to the substrate due to the formation of a metal bond;

  • surfacing without thickness limitation;

  • localization of exposure;

  • feature - absorption of laser radiation by the processed material ensures minimal thermal effects and allows to preserve geometric dimensions and practical absence of deformation of the deposited parts;

  • possibility of fibre delivery of laser radiation makes it possible to eliminate defects in hard-to-reach places and to process large-sized parts without dismantling;

  • coatings obtained by laser cladding have great functionality - high wear resistance, heat resistance, shock resistance, and so on, depending on the coating material.

Application:

  • drilling and geological exploration;
  • mechanical engineering;
  • oil and gas;
  • chemistry and recycling;
  • metallurgy;
  • energy;