QPQ process suitability
QPQ process suitability
(OP)
We have a component that operates subsea at a depth of 100m
It is a latch mechanism whose trigger plate is subject to point low load abrasive wear by locks which slide over it. The wear takes the form of grooves in the edge of the trigger plate which is also subject to corrosion
Due to longevity of originals we were considering replacing these triggers with stainless steel. However, we are being offered units which have been surface treated using QPQ ( I assume melonite-QPQ)
I can see how it may improve corrosion resistance but will we see and improvement in wear rates
It is a latch mechanism whose trigger plate is subject to point low load abrasive wear by locks which slide over it. The wear takes the form of grooves in the edge of the trigger plate which is also subject to corrosion
Due to longevity of originals we were considering replacing these triggers with stainless steel. However, we are being offered units which have been surface treated using QPQ ( I assume melonite-QPQ)
I can see how it may improve corrosion resistance but will we see and improvement in wear rates





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RE: QPQ process suitability