In the wonderful world of industrial materials, there are two “powerful players” that have attracted much attention. They are explosive composite panels and metal composite panels. Although they seem low-key, they actually play a pivotal role in various fields. Today, Hongfang will take you to unveil their mysterious veil and take a good look at their unique charm.
Definition and production process
Explosion Clad Plate
Have you ever heard that explosions can be used to create something? Explosive Welding Clad Plates is created by the magical process of explosion welding. Internationally, it is called “Explosion Bonded Plate” or “Explosion Clad Plate”.
Simply put, the prepared composite plate (composite layer) is placed firmly on the substrate (base layer). Then a layer of explosives is spread on the composite plate. With a “bang”, the explosives explode and instantly generate super-high pressure and super-fast impact energy. Let two or more pieces of metal collide at high speed. Like a magic, solid metallurgical bonding is achieved. A solid explosion composite plate is ready!
Metal Clad Plate
Metal Clad Plate is often called “Metal Clad Plate” or “Metal Composite Plate” internationally. It is like a “super combination” in the metal world. Two or more different metals are tightly bonded together through special processes such as explosive welding, rolling composite (subdivided into hot rolling composite method, cold rolling composite method, asynchronous rolling composite method, vacuum rolling composite method), sintering method, etc.
Why do we do this? Because different metals have their own “special skills”. Some are corrosion-resistant. Some have high strength. Some are super conductive to heat and electricity. When combined, they can cope with various complex and tricky usage scenarios. Stainless steel plastic composite plate can also save resources and save costs while ensuring that the effects of anti-corrosion and mechanical strength are not discounted. Isn’t it awesome?
Performance characteristics
Explosive composite board
Powerful: The bond strength and shear strength of this board are amazingly high. No matter how strong the external force is, it can withstand it steadily, just like a super strongman.
Harmonious and flexible: The hardness is so high, and the toughness is also very clear. No matter how harsh the environment is, explosive clad plates can stand reliably and is not afraid of wind and rain.
Anti-corrosion expert: Most of the composite layers are made of metals with super strong corrosion resistance. Acid, alkali and salt erosion? No, explosion-bonded cladding plate can be easily dealt with.
Metal composite panel
Full of skills: Carbon steel plates can bring out the advantages of all the metals that make it up. It has corrosion resistance, high strength, and is also good at heat and electricity conduction. steel carbon steel is simply all-round.
Save materials and money: By cleverly selecting materials and carefully designing. 304 stainless steel composite panels can save resources and reduce costs without reducing the use effect. It is a real “money-saving expert”.
Application fields
Explosive composite board
In the oil field, in those large oil refineries, key equipment such as vacuum towers, distillation towers, and heat exchangers often rely on explosive composite plates to support the field.
The same is true in the chemical industry, various reactors and pipelines. Faced with high temperature, high pressure and highly corrosive chemicals. Explosive composite plates rely on their superb performance to ensure smooth production.
In the metallurgical industry, when manufacturing special rollers and crystallizers, once it is on the field, the performance and service life of the equipment can be greatly improved.
There are also some key components of aircraft in the aerospace field. The material strength, hardness and corrosion resistance are extremely high. The explosion bonding composite plates is like a magic needle that stabilizes the sea, steadily ensuring flight safety.
Metal composite plate
The anti-corrosion industry is one of the main fields of durable stainless steel composite panels. The guardrails on the seaside and the outer wall of the oil tank in the chemical park. With it, the corrosion resistance effect is visible.
In the field of pressure vessel manufacturing, whether it is a pressure vessel for storing gas or liquid. It can ensure the safety and reliability of the container with its excellent performance. In the power construction industry, high-voltage towers and substation facilities are built. The most popular stainless steel plate not only meet the strength requirements, but also reduce weight and facilitate construction.
In automobile manufacturing, metal composite panels are used for body frames and engine parts. Lightweight and high strength are achieved, and the car runs fast, stable and fuel-efficient.
There are also interior decorations, walls and ceilings made of 316 stainless steel composite panels. Beautiful and durable, it enhances the style of home.
Production Limitations and Efficiency
Explosive composite panels
The production is a bit “picky”: generally it has to be produced in remote outdoor workshops. It won’t work in bad weather. And explosives are no joke, and safety control during production must be foolproof.
The efficiency is a bit “slow”: due to weather and process conditions, the explosion welding clad plate’s efficiency is relatively low. However, it can handle small-scale and large-scale production, and its flexibility is quite good.
Metal composite plates
Each production has its own “difficulties”: the processes are varied, and each has its own “little temper”.
For example, the rolling composite method is controlled by the compression ratio of rolled steel. It can’t “handle” too thick composite steel plates.
Efficiency is “fast”: processes such as the rolling composite method can enable continuous and large-scale production of metal composite plates. High efficiency and low cost make stainless steel plates very competitive in the market.
In short, explosive composite panels and metal composite panels have their own advantages and are leading the way in the wave of industrial development.
They complement each other and provide solid material support for the advancement of many industries. They also let us see the brilliant light of scientific and technological innovation in the field of materials. In the future, Hongfang believes they will continue to empower and help more miracles to be born. Of course, if you have any questions about composite panels, you can always contact us.
