Tribological Behavior of Co-WC Composite Coatings

Abstract

A novel Co-WC composite coating was deposited on the surface of high speed steel (HSS) substrate by an energy-efficient method of electrodeposition. The effects of process parameters on friction and wear properties of the composite coatings were evaluated, and the worn morphologies of Co-WC composite coatings were investigated by scanning electron microscopy. Results revealed that the incorporation of WC particles can significantly improve the wear resistance of the coating. As the current density was increased to 6.5Adm-2 and the WC concentration was increased to 35g/L, the Co-WC composite coating had the lowest friction coefficient and wear loss.