Boron Carbide

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Boron Carbide Specification

Melting Point
2450C

Surface Finish
Smooth

Form
Powder, granules, blocks

Purity(%)
above 99%

Hardness (%)
Mohs hardness: 9.3

Water Absorption
Negligible

Usage & Applications
Used in abrasives, armor plating, neutron absorption, blasting nozzles

Chemical Composition
Boron 77-78%, Carbon 21-22%

Density
2.52 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Application
Industrial abrasives, nuclear reactors, armor, nozzles, refractories

Product Type
Boron Carbide

Types of Refractories
Acidic Refractory

Shape
Powder, granules, block

Porosity
Low

Dimensional Stability
Excellent

Strength
High mechanical strength

Specific Gravity
2.52

Thermal Conductivity
29 W/(mK)

Color
Black / Gray

About Boron Carbide

Process of Production :

Boron Carbide is smelted from boric acid and powdered carbon in electric furnace under high temperature. It is one of the hardest man-made materials available in commercial quantities that has a finite melting point low enough to permit its relatively easy fabrication into shapes. Some of Boron Carbide's unique properties include: high hardness, chemical inertness, and a high neutron absorbing, cross section.

Applications :

Boron Carbide is well suited to a variety of industrial applications including:
Abrasives for lapping and ultrasonic cutting, Anti-Oxidant in carbon-bonded refractory mixes, Armor Nuclear applications such as reactor control rods and neutron absorbing shielding.
Wear parts such as blasting nozzles, wire-drawing dies, powdered metal and ceramic forming dies, thread guides.
It is used as an additive in continuous casting refractories due to its high metling point and thermal stability.

Specification :

BRANDS	B (%)	C(%)	Fe₂O₃ (%)	Si (%)	B₄C(%)
F60-F150	77-80	17-19	0.25-0.45	0.2-0.4	96-98
F180-F240	76-79	17-19	0.25-0.45	0.2-0.4	95-97
F280-F400	75-79	17-20	0.3-0.6	0.3-0.8	93-97
F500-F800	74-78	17-20	0.4-0.8	0.4-1.0	90-94
F1000-F1200	73-77	17-20	0.5-1.0	0.4-1.2	89-92
60-150mesh	76-80	18-21	0.3max	0.5max	95-98
-100mesh	75-79	17-22	0.3max	0.5max	94-97
-200mesh	74-79	17-22	0.3max	0.5max	94-97
-325mesh	73-78	19-22	0.5max	0.5max	93-97
-25micron	73-78	19-22	0.5max	0.5max	91-95
-10micron	72-76	18-21	0.5max	0.5max	90-92

Versatility Across Key Industries

Boron Carbides adaptability allows it to serve multiple sectors effectively. Its unique blend of high hardness, thermal stability, and chemical inertness makes it valuable in the manufacture of industrial abrasives, protective armor, nuclear reactor components, and high-performance nozzles. Its dimensional and structural stability ensures reliability even under extreme conditions.

Tailored Particle Sizes and Consistent Quality

To match diverse manufacturing and application demands, Boron Carbide is offered in fused 100 mesh, 200 mesh, and customizable grain sizes. Consistency in chemical composition (Boron 77-78%, Carbon 21-22%) and options for ISO-certified supply ensure confidence in quality, whether for bulk industrial use or specialized requirements.

Safe Handling and Sustainable Storage Solutions

Boron Carbide is non-flammable, non-toxic, and stable under recommended storage conditions. Standard packaging in robust HDPE bags and drums ensures safe, contamination-free delivery and storage. While it poses negligible water absorption and is not hazardous, its advised to use a mask to avoid inhalation of fine particles during handling.

FAQs of Boron Carbide:

Q: How is Boron Carbide typically used in industrial applications?

A: Boron Carbide is employed in sectors requiring extreme hardness and durability, such as abrasives manufacturing for grinding and lapping, as armor plating for ballistic protection, as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors, and for making blast nozzles and refractory materials.

Q: What customization options are available for Boron Carbides grain size and particle distribution?

A: The material is available in standard fused 100 mesh, 200 mesh, and can be tailored to specific grain size and particle distribution requirements as per client specifications, ensuring optimal performance in various end-use scenarios.

Q: When should Boron Carbide be handled with protective equipment?

A: It is recommended to wear a mask during handling of powders or fine granules to avoid inhalation of airborne particles, despite the product being non-toxic and non-flammable. Such precautions help maintain workplace safety.

Q: Where is Boron Carbide most commonly sourced and supplied?

A: Boron Carbide is produced, exported, and supplied widely from India, serving both domestic and global markets for industries like defense, energy, manufacturing, and materials processing.

Q: What are the benefits of using Boron Carbide for armor and neutron absorption applications?

A: Owing to its high mechanical strength, excellent dimensional stability, and low density, Boron Carbide provides outstanding protection in armor systems and efficient neutron absorption in nuclear reactors, contributing to both safety and performance.

Q: How does Boron Carbide maintain its properties over time during storage?

A: When stored under recommended dry and sealed conditions, Boron Carbide remains stable with a long shelf life. Its low porosity and negligible water absorption prevent degradation and ensure it retains purity until use.

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