Advanced Material Technology for Extreme Applications
When Strength Meets Innovation, Oerlikon Metco’s MetcoXtreme product line redefines the possibilities of performance and durability. Engineered with proprietary, patented BZ technology and advanced manufacturing, MetcoXtreme empowers engineers with the design flexibility needed to create complex, high-performance components for the world’s most demanding environments.
MetcoXtreme combines tungsten carbide wear resistance with cast metal flexibility, delivering 145 times greater durability than legacy materials used in down-hole tools.
Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) are advanced materials that combine the strength of metals with the durability of hard particles. MetcoXtreme™ is a next-generation Metal Matrix Composite (MMC) system that blends the toughness of metals with the wear resistance of ultra-hard materials like cemented tungsten carbide. Enabled by proprietary patented BZ-treated technology, it delivers:
Easily realize intricate geometries, integrated cooling channels, and multi-property zones within a single component.
Excellent crack resistance for high-impact and vibration-prone environments.
High conductivity and thermal shock resistance for optimal performance.
Built to endure aggressive mechanical and abrasive forces.
High strength and ductility, excellent for components under high loads and erosive conditions.
Optimized for severe abrasion. Delivers Cemented Tungsten Carbide-like performance—without the cracking.
Combines high impact resistance, superior strength, and excellent heat transfer. Perfect for vibration-intensive, load-bearing parts.
| Property | MetcoXtreme | MetcoXtreme ABR | MetcoXtreme Elite |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness (Vickers HV) | 3000 | 2800 | 2200 |
| Transverse Rupture Strength | Up to 250 ksi | 230 ksi | 130 ksi |
| Thermal Conductivity | 34–60 W/m·K | Up to 56 W/m·K | High |
| Impact Resistance | Excellent | High | Superior |
| Erosion Resistance | Excellent | Superior | High |
MetcoXtreme is proudly engineered in the USA at our Advanced Manufacturing Facility in Huntersville, NC — ensuring product integrity, innovation, and supply chain reliability.
Let MetcoXtreme give your designs the freedom and strength they need to perform—no matter how extreme the challenge.
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