MATRIX FOR A HARD COMPOSITE

摘要

A matrix powder for formation along with an infiltrant into a matrix for use as a wear element or for use in retaining at least one discrete hard element (20). The matrix powder includes crushed sintered cemented tungsten carbide particles (22). The composition of the crushed sintered cemented tungsten carbide comprises between about 6 weight percent and about 13 weight percent binder metal and between about 87 weight percent and about 94 weight percent tungsten carbide.