CULNICO® EXP31
Ready Mixed Bonds

CULNICO® EXP31

Pre-alloyed iron-copper bond powder with manganese and chromium additions for diamond tools, cutting segments, gang saw tools, rollers and fickerts.

Chromium-manganese CULNICO® bond for HIP-oriented qualification

CULNICO® EXP31 is a pre-alloyed iron-copper bond powder with tin, manganese and chromium additions. Compared with EXP10 and EXP11, it moves to a different alloying logic aimed at manufacturers that need a harder and more chromium-oriented matrix profile.

It is suited to diamond tools, cutting segments, gang saw tools, rollers and fickerts when the technical target is to evaluate a chromium-bearing bond with a different wear, retention and hardness balance, especially in HIP-oriented production settings.

Designed for diamond tools, cutting segments, gang saw tools, rollers and fickerts
Pre-alloyed Fe-Cu bond with Sn, Mn and Cr additions
Useful where a harder, chromium-oriented matrix is required
Suitable for comparative work against nickel-bearing CULNICO grades

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CULNICO® EXP31

Chemical composition

CULNICO® EXP31 is built around an iron-copper matrix with tin, manganese and chromium additions. The ranges below define the alloy window used to position the grade for harder diamond-tool matrices.

Code Fe Cu Sn Mn Cr
CULNICO® EXP31 remainder 10 - 20 % 4 - 10 % 1 - 5 % 10 - 20 %

Sintering parameters

Route Compaction Sintering Speed / Time Hardness Density
Free sintering 62 / 65 % 700 / 900 / 950 C Belt speed 5 cm/min 110 HRB 8.5
Hot pressing 350 Kg/mm² 700 / 750 C 180 / 200 sec. 110 HRB 8.5

Why manufacturers qualify CULNICO®

Developed for diamond-tool manufacturers looking for a robust and credible alternative to cobalt-based bond systems.
Built to combine cutting performance, matrix resilience and process stability in recurring industrial production.
Suitable for technical comparison, qualification work and production transfer from trial batches to regular supply.

Technical notes

Designed as a true cobalt alternative for diamond tooling, combining high performance, resilience and strong cutting behaviour.
The alloy can be mixed directly with diamond in production batches without complex preparation steps.
The chromium contained in this grade is metallic chromium and is not hexavalent chromium.
This grade is presented as an ecological option because it is free from nickel and cobalt.

What it is used for

EXP31 is used when the producer wants to qualify a pre-alloyed bond based on chromium and manganese instead of the nickel-centered balance used in EXP10 and EXP11.
It is especially relevant for comparative work on cutting segments, gang saw tools, rollers and fickerts where the target is a different matrix response under harder operating conditions.
In practical use, it should be tested on the intended tool family to evaluate hardness, wear rate and retention, then confirmed against the production target before recurring supply is locked.

CULNICO® EXP31 for technical selection and recurring B2B supply

This page is designed to help buyers, engineers and distributors assess whether culnico® exp31 matches their chemistry, granulometry and application requirements before requesting a quote.

Useful for supplier shortlisting and technical comparison
Supports discussions on grades, consistency and application fit
Built for industrial buyers, distributors and export-oriented sourcing
Direct contact path for RFQ, documentation and technical review

Industrial Supply Capabilities

MEPOSO supports OEMs, powder metallurgy companies, distributors and industrial buyers looking for consistent chemistry, particle size control and reliable export supply.

Standard and custom industrial grades
Support for powder metallurgy, brazing, friction and specialty uses
Technical documentation and export-oriented supply
Production in Italy with global commercial support

Commercial FAQ

Can you supply custom grades or particle size distributions?

Yes. MEPOSO can discuss chemistry, morphology, particle size and apparent density targets according to the industrial application and production process.

Which applications is this product suitable for?

CULNICO® EXP31 is suitable for multiple industrial applications described on this page.

Do you provide technical documentation and brochures?

Yes. Technical brochures and product information are available to support qualification, purchasing and application review.

How can I request a quote or technical review?

Use the contact page to share application details, target chemistry, quantity and particle size requirements. The team can then evaluate the most suitable product range.

Do you supply international B2B customers?

Yes. MEPOSO serves industrial buyers in multiple international markets with export-oriented commercial support.

Industrial Supply Capabilities

MEPOSO supports OEMs, powder metallurgy companies, distributors and industrial buyers looking for consistent chemistry, particle size control and reliable export supply.

Standard and custom industrial grades
Support for powder metallurgy, brazing, friction and specialty uses
Technical documentation and export-oriented supply
Production in Italy with global commercial support

Commercial FAQ

Can you supply custom grades or particle size distributions?

Yes. MEPOSO can discuss chemistry, morphology, particle size and apparent density targets according to the industrial application and production process.

Which applications is this product suitable for?

CULNICO® EXP31 is suitable for multiple industrial applications described on this page.

Do you provide technical documentation and brochures?

Yes. Technical brochures and product information are available to support qualification, purchasing and application review.

How can I request a quote or technical review?

Use the contact page to share application details, target chemistry, quantity and particle size requirements. The team can then evaluate the most suitable product range.

Do you supply international B2B customers?

Yes. MEPOSO serves industrial buyers in multiple international markets with export-oriented commercial support.

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