What Is the Emissivity of Tungsten Carbide?

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The discussion focuses on the emissivity of tungsten carbide, which is crucial for accurate temperature analysis using a handheld infrared camera during machining. The original poster seeks an approximate value for tungsten carbide's emissivity to input into the device. A linked paper suggests that the emissivity of tungsten carbide is approximately 0.85. The response from another user confirms this value, providing assistance for the original poster's project. Accurate emissivity values are essential for precise temperature measurements in machining applications.
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Hi,
For the purpose of my FYP I am carrying out temperature analysis on a single point cutting tool while machining on a lathe. I am using a handheld infrared camera to determine this.

In order to carry this out accurately the emissivity of the material must be inputted to the device as a parameter...something I cannot find!

Would anyone out there know the emissivity of tungsten carbide or perhaps even an approximate value?

Regards,

swc90
 
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SteamKing,

Thanks a million for your help, much appreciated. Makes things a little easier for me.:smile:

Regards,

swc90
 

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