| Linde is the supplier of choice for high-quality gases used in sintering atmospheres, including nitrogen, hydrogen and various hydrocarbons. Nitrogen is also used as a purge gas, in compliance with National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) safety guidelines.
Powder metal (PM) sintering is a cost-effective method of producing near net shape parts and components. Metal or ceramic powders are compressed and then sintered at high temperatures to generate high-density parts with desired mechanical properties.
Linde reliably provides high-quality nitrogen and hydrogen gases, which are used either as primary or supplemental atmospheres to an endo gas supply (e.g., nitrogen to dilute endo gas or as a safety purge gas). Linde also works with customers to develop, optimize and troubleshoot PM sintering processes. The HYDROFLEX® technical portfolio, for example, provides solutions for issues such as:
· Lubricant burn-off and removal (delube)
· Decarburization minimization
· Desired cooling (including sinterhardening)
· Oxidation minimization (bright parts)
· Belt life and muffle life extension
· A need for consistent part hardness and dimensions
Your company can benefit from Linde’s unsurpassed expertise in sintering supplies and processes. Contact Us to learn how. |
