Carbide overlayed plate combines a steel base with a surface layer of tungsten or chromium carbide. This composite design offers extreme resistance to abrasion, impact, and heat. As a result, it's often used in high-wear environments like mining, dredging, or aggregate processing.

 The overlay layer forms a tough barrier that outperforms standard AR steel in many applications. Although more expensive, carbide overlayed plates can drastically reduce maintenance intervals and part replacements. This leads to better long-term cost-effectiveness.

 Proper fabrication techniques, such as plasma cutting or specialized welding, ensure the overlay remains intact. Careful handling is also necessary to avoid cracking the carbide layer. When installed correctly, carbide overlayed plates can substantially improve equipment uptime and efficiency.