Boron Carbide Powder
Extremely hard abrasive material for lapping, polishing, and grinding hard materials
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Product Overview
Boron carbide is a high-performance abrasive material with exceptional chemical resistance and extreme hardness, ranking among the hardest materials used in industrial abrasives. Commonly referred to as “Black Diamond” due to its exceptional hardness, boron carbide has become one of the leading grinding materials for demanding industrial applications.
This extremely hard, chemically inert material performs reliably in applications where conventional abrasives fall short, particularly when working with ceramics, glass, and other hard materials that require precision grinding, lapping, or polishing.
White Abrasives supplies boron carbide powder in ceramics grades as well as nuclear grades for neutron absorption applications.
Key Benefits
Extreme Hardness
Boron carbide is one of the hardest known ceramic materials, making it ideal for demanding industrial abrasive applications.
Chemical Resistance
Exceptional chemical stability and resistance to degradation ensure consistent performance across demanding applications.
Low Density with Extreme Hardness
Boron carbide combines extreme hardness with low density, making it well suited for applications requiring lightweight, wear-resistant materials.
Precision Performance
Ideal for lapping and polishing operations requiring tight tolerances and superior surface finishes on hard materials.
Multiple Grades Available
Ceramics grades for abrasive applications and nuclear grades for specialized neutron absorption applications.
High Wear Resistance
Exceptional wear resistance allows boron carbide to maintain cutting performance and dimensional stability during prolonged abrasive operations.
Abrasive Applications
Grinding, Lapping & Polishing
Boron carbide excels at grinding, lapping, and polishing extremely hard materials including:
Wire Saw Cutting
Used as media in wire saw cutting machines for precision cutting of hard materials.
Lapping Slurries & Compounds
Essential component in lapping slurries and polishing compounds for precision surface finishing in lapping and polishing industries.
Non-Abrasive Applications
Hot Pressing & Sintering
Used in the production of hard, abrasion-resistant parts with super lightweight characteristics through hot pressing and sintering processes.
Nuclear Applications
Nuclear-grade boron carbide available for neutron absorption applications.
Technical Information
Material: Boron Carbide (B₄C)
Color: Black
Key Property: Extreme hardness - nicknamed "Black Diamond"
Form: Powder
Grades Available: Ceramics grades and nuclear grades
Primary Use: Grinding, lapping, and polishing hard materials
ⓘ Note: Detailed specifications, particle sizes, and application guidance available upon request. This specialized abrasive material requires application-specific consultation to ensure optimal results.
Contact for Specifications & Pricing
Boron carbide is a specialized high-performance abrasive with application-specific requirements.
Our team can provide technical guidance on particle sizes, grades, and proper usage for your specific grinding, lapping, or polishing operations.