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Technocoat SparkDepo

Electrode & Settings Advisor

Select your machine, process, and base metal for TechnoCoat's recommended electrode, voltage, and frequency.

Base metal of the workpiece
Recommended electrode · SparkDepo Model 300

WTC-90 — Tungsten Carbide

Chemistry: WC-Co · Tip color: Yellow · Melting point: approx. 2,867°C

TechnoCoat's standard coating electrode for aluminum die casting dies and tool-steel forming dies -- used in the die casting die, engine die, and tube forming die case studies.

Applicator / electrodeMiniature applicator, 3 mm electrode
LOW/HIGH switchLOW
Voltage100V
OUTPUT (capacitance)10+40
FREQUENCY4 (approx. 260 Hz)

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Source: SD #300 Operating Manual, section 8-3 and TechnoCoat coating case studies (electrode selection).

Disclaimer

These recommendations are based on tests performed in controlled environments and are provided for general reference only.
Actual results depend on your specific part, condition, and technique.
Always refer to the user manual supplied with your equipment before applying any setting shown here.