YG10 MG
Grade · default condition
MG = medium grain (1–2 µm WC), standard YG10 sinter-HIP
General-purpose balance of hardness and toughness for dies, punches, wear parts and cast-iron machining.
Values for the MG condition
Other YG10 tempers and conditions
YG10 is listed in 3 conditions; see the grade overview at YG10.
Compare all 3 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
YG10C | Choose for maximum impact and thermal-shock tolerance: rock-drill buttons, mining tips, heavy stamping and rolls. | — | 1,200 | 0 | 1,150 HV | 100 W/m·K |
MGDefaultThis page Medium grain (1–2 µm WC), standard YG10 sinter-HIP | General-purpose balance of hardness and toughness for dies, punches, wear parts and cast-iron machining. | — | 1,300 | 0 | 1,350 HV | 85 W/m·K |
YG10X | Pick when both high hardness and edge strength are needed — micro drills, end mills, PCB tooling, precision punches. | — | 1,550 | 0 | 1,620 HV | 75 W/m·K |
What is YG10 MG?
YG10 MG is YG10 in the MG grade — general-purpose balance of hardness and toughness for dies, punches, wear parts and cast-iron machining. YG10 MG has a tensile strength of 1,300 MPa (189 ksi), stronger than 97% of ceramic grades. Elongation at break is 0% and the elastic modulus is 570 GPa (82.7 Msi). YG10 MG has a density of 14.5 g/cm³ (0.524 lb/in³), heavier than 91% of ceramic grades. It melts at 1,320°C (2,408 °F).
Advantages
- Tough — resists crack growth — 14 MPa·√m (12.7 ksi·√in), better than 96% of ceramic grades
- Stiff — 570 GPa (82.7 Msi), better than 89% of ceramic grades
- Conducts heat well — 85 W/m·K (49.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 79% of ceramic grades
Limitations
- Needs corrosion protection — 40/100, worse than 96% of ceramic grades
- Heavy — 14.5 g/cm³ (0.524 lb/in³), worse than 91% of ceramic grades
- High embodied carbon — 28 kg CO₂/kg, worse than 84% of ceramic grades
YG10 MG properties
Typical room-temperature values for YG10 MG; 13 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are YG10 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among ceramic grades.
Physical3
YG10 MG has a density of 14.5 g/cm³ (0.524 lb/in³), heavier than 91% of ceramic grades. It melts at 1,320°C (2,408 °F).
Mechanical13
YG10 MG has a tensile strength of 1,300 MPa (189 ksi), stronger than 97% of ceramic grades. Elongation at break is 0% and the elastic modulus is 570 GPa (82.7 Msi).
Thermal5
YG10 MG is rated for continuous service to 550°C (1,022 °F). It conducts heat at 85 W/m·K (49.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 79% of ceramic grades. Thermal expansion is 5.5 µm/m·K (3.06 µin/in·°F).
Electrical1
YG10 MG has an electrical resistivity of 2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m.
Chemical & Environmental2
Corrosion resistance is fair (40/100), worse than 96% of ceramic grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of YG10 MG takes about 400 MJ of energy and emits 28 kg of CO₂ — more than 88% of ceramic grades. Typical recycled content is 30%.
Manufacturability3
YG10 MG's machinability is not recommended (5/100, worse than 59% of ceramic grades).
Common Calculations4
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with YG10 MG
Is YG10 easy to machine?
Only diamond grinding, lapping, wire/sinker EDM and laser; conventional cutting is impossible — near-net-shape press and sinter wherever possible.
Can YG10 be welded?
Not fusion weldable; join by vacuum/induction brazing with Ag-Cu-Ni filler below 900 °C or by shrink/press fit into steel bodies.
Can YG10 be formed, bent or molded?
Shaped by uniaxial pressing, CIP, extrusion or injection moulding of WC-Co powder, then vacuum sinter-HIP at ~1420 °C with ~18–22 % linear shrinkage.
What surface finishes work on YG10?
Diamond lapping to mirror finish; PVD TiN/TiAlN or CVD coatings common; can be micro-blasted or electropolished-free — no plating needed for wear duty.
YG10 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| Cometallic binder phase | 9 – 11 | 10 |
| Ccombined carbon in WC; free C and eta phase not permitted | 5.4 – 5.7 | 5.55 |
| TaC+NbCoptional grain-growth inhibitor in some producer variants | 0 – 0.5 | 0.2 |
| WCbalance tungsten carbide | balance | — |
YG10 MG — frequently asked
What is YG10 MG used for?
YG10 MG is typically used for cold forming dies, wear-resistant nozzles, rock drilling and structural wear parts. In short: tougher than YG8; general heavy-wear WC-Co; high binder, high toughness.
What is the tensile strength of YG10 MG?
YG10 MG has a typical tensile strength of 1,300 MPa (189 ksi) — stronger than 97% of ceramic grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 3 listed tempers.
Is YG10 MG easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated not recommended (5/100, worse than 59% of ceramic grades). Only diamond grinding, lapping, wire/sinker EDM and laser; conventional cutting is impossible — near-net-shape press and sinter wherever possible.
Can YG10 MG be welded?
Not fusion weldable; join by vacuum/induction brazing with Ag-Cu-Ni filler below 900 °C or by shrink/press fit into steel bodies.
What surface finishes work on YG10 MG?
Diamond lapping to mirror finish; PVD TiN/TiAlN or CVD coatings common; can be micro-blasted or electropolished-free — no plating needed for wear duty.
Can YG10 MG be formed, bent or molded?
Shaped by uniaxial pressing, CIP, extrusion or injection moulding of WC-Co powder, then vacuum sinter-HIP at ~1420 °C with ~18–22 % linear shrinkage.
What is the maximum service temperature of YG10 MG?
YG10 MG is rated for continuous use to about 550°C (1,022 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
Sources
- GB/T 3849 / ISO 3878 Hardmetals — Vickers and Rockwell (A) hardness test — ISO (2019)
- ASM Handbook Vol.2 — Properties of Cemented Carbides — ASM International (1990)
- Cemented carbide grade properties (WC-10Co, fine/medium/coarse) — Sandvik Hard Materials / / (2023)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.