AEGIS 3D-Printed Armor Cladding
Improves erosion resistance up to 400%
Aegis™ 3D-printed armor increases erosion resistance in the areas surrounding the cutter pockets, prolonging bit life and decreasing production cost and average cost per run. The armor provides the combination of tall blades and a wider junk slot area while improving material reliability.
How it works
The tungsten carbide matrix of Aegis armor is forged using an electron beam melting to yield an alloy that is highly uniform and without voids. It is 400% more erosion resistant than traditional hardfacing and 40% stronger than matrix bit material.
What it replaces
Aegis 3D-printed armor replaces the hardfacing on steel-bodied bits. Constituent particles of traditional matrix material for bit bodies are nonuniform in size and distribution, while 3D-printed matrix improves material quality due to its manufacturing method and exclusive material chemistry. Individual, 3D-printed strips of tungsten carbide matrix enable bits to have the same tall and narrow blades as any other steel-bodied bit but with superior erosion resistance.
Additional information
The armor is compatible with conventional equipment, blending processes, additives, laboratory testing, and design considerations.
Specification Title | Specification Description |
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Bit Specifications
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Applicable as to the relevant bit size. Aegis cladding enhances the durability
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Strength
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40% stronger than matrix bit material
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Erosion resistance
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400% more erosion resistant than traditional hardfacing
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