ULTIMA®

Setting the standard for premium alloy technology, ULTIMA® embodies BRC’s cutting-edge advancements in material science. Designed to excel in the most challenging environments, this material grade delivers unparalleled strength and wear resistance, making it the top choice for demanding applications.

Applications

ULTIMA® is engineered for use in mill types where performance and durability are paramount. Its high-performance characteristics ensure it meets the rigorous demands of various mill designs, rolling conditions and speeds. ULTIMA ® provides excellent performance, especially notable for Dog Bone passes, Slitting passes and Rebar notching.

Benefits

Featuring a highly alloyed martensitic matrix, our premium material grade boasts a precisely controlled dispersion of high-hardness complex carbides that outperforms conventional cast iron rolls. This advanced composition provides exceptional wear resistance and endurance, excelling under demanding conditions.

With ULTIMA®, you gain not only superior durability but also operational efficiency, reducing maintenance needs and extending service life across diverse rolling conditions.
Grade ULTIMA® I ULTIMA® II ULTIMA® III ULTIMA® IV ULTIMA® V
Application
  • Finishing Stands for Bar and Wire Rod Mills

 

  • Finishing Stands for Bar and Wire Rod Mills
  • Light Section Mills
  • Intermediate Stands
  •  Spring Flats
  • Narrow Strip Mills
Carbide % 5-10 10-15 15-20 20-30 25-40
HSc 70-85 70-85 70-85 70-85 70-85
Microstructure

Discover more about our products, their applications, and how they can enhance your mill operations on our Solutions page.

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