stellite

/ˈstɛlaɪt/
noun
  1. A very hard, wear-resistant alloy of cobalt, chromium, and tungsten, used for cutting tools and machine parts.
    • The factory uses stellite to make durable saw blades.
    • This drill bit is coated with stellite to last longer.
    • Engineers chose stellite for the valve seats because it resists heat and wear.
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