YN05
YN05 is an ultra-fine-grain TiC/TiCN cermet for ultra-precision finishing of steel, delivering superior surface finish and minimal crater wear.
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YN05 tempers and conditions
YN05 is supplied in 2 conditions, soft to hard.
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| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hot isostatic pressed | Pick sinter-HIP densification after sintering to remove residual porosity when transverse rupture strength and edge chipping resistance must rise for light interrupted finishing. | 620 | 0.1 | 1,830 HV | 23 W/m·K | |
Ultra-fine grain (<0.8 µm) TiCN-based cermet | Choose the ultra-fine grain (<0.8 µm) TiCN-based structure for the sharpest edge and mirror surface quality in ultra-precision turning and mill-instead-of-grind work. | 1,900 HV | 20 W/m·K |
Supply forms, finishes and certifications
Ways YN05 is supplied — form, process route, surface or paperwork — without a datasheet of their own. The property values above apply.
| Option | What it is | Type |
|---|---|---|
PVD | TiN/TiAlN PVD-coated cermet inserts | Coating |
STDDefault | Vacuum-sintered TiC–Ni–Mo cermet | Standard supply |
What is YN05?
YN05 is an ultra-fine-grain TiC/TiCN cermet for ultra-precision finishing of steel, delivering superior surface finish and minimal crater wear. It is used for high-speed light cutting and fine-finish inserts, supplied in STD, ultra-fine (UF), HIP and PVD-coated conditions. Density is 5.9 g/cm3, elastic modulus 400 GPa, thermal conductivity 22 W/m·K, service temperature up to 1000 °C and corrosion resistance rates 68. Toughness and thermal-shock tolerance are the lowest in this group, so depth of cut, feed and interruption must be kept small; YN10 or a WC-TiC-Co grade is the choice when the cut is less stable. YN05 has a density of 5.9 g/cm³ (0.213 lb/in³), heavier than 63% of ceramic grades. It melts at 1,280°C (2,336 °F). The elastic modulus is 400 GPa (58 Msi).
What is YN05 used for?
- ultra-precision steel finishing
- high-speed light cutting
- fine surface finishing inserts
Advantages
- Polishes to a fine finish — 92/100, better than 89% of ceramic grades
YN05 properties
Typical room-temperature values; bars are the position among ceramic grades.
Physical3
YN05 has a density of 5.9 g/cm³ (0.213 lb/in³), heavier than 63% of ceramic grades. It melts at 1,280°C (2,336 °F).
Mechanical10
The elastic modulus is 400 GPa (58 Msi).
Thermal5
YN05 is rated for continuous service to 1,000°C (1,832 °F). It conducts heat at 22 W/m·K (12.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 51% of ceramic grades. Thermal expansion is 7.4 µm/m·K (4.11 µin/in·°F).
Electrical1
YN05 has an electrical resistivity of 8×10⁻⁷ Ω·m.
Chemical & Environmental2
Corrosion resistance is good (68/100), worse than 65% of ceramic grades.
Sustainability3
Producing a kilogram of YN05 takes about 210 MJ of energy and emits 15 kg of CO₂ — more than 64% of ceramic grades. Typical recycled content is 5%.
Manufacturability3
YN05's machinability is not recommended (4/100, worse than 85% of ceramic grades).
Common Calculations2
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Certified mill or lot data ships with every FabDigit order on request.
Strength versus weight in the ceramic family
Yield strength against density for every ceramic grade FabDigit runs. YN05 is highlighted; hover a dot for its name, or open the interactive family chart.
Working with YN05
Is YN05 easy to machine?
After sintering, only diamond-wheel grinding, EDM (conductive) or laser processing is possible; green blanks can be turned or milled before sintering.
Can YN05 be welded?
Not fusion weldable. Braze tips to steel bodies with silver-based (BAg) filler in vacuum or by induction and control the cooling rate closely, as CTE mismatch makes it more crack-sensitive than WC-based grades.
Can YN05 be formed, bent or molded?
Powder metallurgy: wet milling, spray drying, die pressing, extrusion or injection moulding, debinding, then vacuum or sinter-HIP densification at 1400-1470 °C.
YN05 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Moadded as Mo or Mo2C; improves binder-phase wetting | 10 – 16 | 14.5 |
| Nimain binder phase | 4 – 8 | 5.5 |
| Copartly replaces Ni in some manufacturers' grades | 0 – 3 | 0.5 |
| TiCminor TiN/TiCN + WC solid solution; ultrafine grades Ti(C,N)-based | ≥ 70 (balance) |
What surface finishes work on YN05?
Diamond grinding plus polishing gives a mirror surface below Ra 0.05 µm. Precision edge preparation (T-land or honing) is required, and PVD TiN or TiAlN coatings can be added.
How much does YN05 cost?
YN05 is a high-cost ceramic ($$$$), pricier than about 78% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
YN05 — frequently asked
What is YN05 used for?
YN05 is typically used for ultra-precision steel finishing, high-speed light cutting and fine surface finishing inserts. In short: ultra-fine cermet grade; best surface finish on steel; light finishing cuts only.
Is YN05 easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated not recommended (4/100, worse than 85% of ceramic grades). After sintering, only diamond-wheel grinding, EDM (conductive) or laser processing is possible; green blanks can be turned or milled before sintering.
Can YN05 be welded?
Not fusion weldable. Braze tips to steel bodies with silver-based (BAg) filler in vacuum or by induction and control the cooling rate closely, as CTE mismatch makes it more crack-sensitive than WC-based grades.
What surface finishes work on YN05?
Diamond grinding plus polishing gives a mirror surface below Ra 0.05 µm. Precision edge preparation (T-land or honing) is required, and PVD TiN or TiAlN coatings can be added.
Can YN05 be formed, bent or molded?
Powder metallurgy: wet milling, spray drying, die pressing, extrusion or injection moulding, debinding, then vacuum or sinter-HIP densification at 1400-1470 °C.
What is the maximum service temperature of YN05?
YN05 is rated for continuous use to about 1,000°C (1,832 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
How much does YN05 cost?
YN05 is a high-cost ceramic ($$$$), pricier than about 78% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Sources
- ASM Handbook Vol.2 — Properties of Cemented Carbides and Cermets — ASM International (1990)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison; hardness values on non-Brinell scales are converted approximately for charting only. Manufacturability limits are FabDigit quote-engine defaults and may be relaxed by engineering review. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.