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ADHESIVE WEAR

Adhesive wear is a phenomenon which occurs when two metals rub together with
sufficient force to cause the removal of material from the less wear-resistant surface. This wear is
dependent on physical and chemical factors such as material properties, presence of corrosive
atmosphere or chemicals, as well as the dynamics such as the velocity and applied load.
This phenomenon is considered corrosion by means of mechanical action rather than
chemical reactions. ASTM G77 provides specifications and testing procedures for adhesive wear
testing. Adhesive wear is also known as sliding wear or scuffing wear.

HOW IT WORKS
When two metal surfaces come into contact with each other, they initially touch only at a
few rough points. Friction and wear originate at these points. When a compressive load is
applied, these rough points are plastically deformed and finally welded together because of the
high pressure that is created. As sliding continues, these bonds are broken, producing cavities on
one surface and depressions on the second surface. Abrasive particles detach and rub against the
surface, contributing to wear

HOW TO PREVENT
The most suitable method to reduce the abrasive wear is by using low coefficient of friction of
tool steel. This requires a good tool surface finish, preferably with the grinding and polishing
performed parallel with the direction of tooling movement. Other solutions include lubricants or
surface coatings.