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Coated tool

US7521132B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 2006
Grant dateApr 21, 2009
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Expiry dateDec 23, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/24975
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A tool consists of a base material selected from cemented carbide, tool steels, cermet, or hard materials, and a coating of two or more layers. At least one coating layer has the composition Ti—Al—Ta—N and at least one further coating layer has the composition Ti—Al—Ta-Me-N. The component Me is one more elements selected from the group consisting of Si, V, B. The tool, which is preferably a wearing part, is distinguished by a high wear resistance that improves the service life, in particular where high demands are imposed on the tool.

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