Applications for ion implantation as a surface treatment process in production engineering

Abstract

Abstract The special advantages offered by ion implantation for the treatment of metal components without inducing distortion or softening due to temperature rise are being examined in a number of industrial trials. Some examples of current evaluations are discussed covering manufacturing tools, dies and similar items. The types of potential application are broadly grouped into categories defined by cutting and drilling, corrosion and extrusion operations. The mechanisms for improved wear performance as a result of high dose gaseous ion implantation into tool steels and cemented tungsten carbide are briefly discussed.