Global Elements Solutions
Global Elements Solutions
Boron Carbide (B₄C) is a high-performance ceramic material with unique physical and chemical properties, with a Mohs hardness of approximately 9.5, making it one of the hardest known materials. It exhibits exceptional corrosion resistance to most acid and alkali solutions at room temperature, maintaining its chemical integrity even at higher temperatures. Boron Carbide is resistant to oxidation below 600°C, and above 600°C, a B₂O₃ film forms on its surface to prevent further oxidation. Boron Carbide has a wide range of applications, including as a neutron absorber in the nuclear industry, in military applications such as tank armor and bulletproof vests, in wear-resistant materials for grinding and drilling, and in lightweight armor to reduce vehicle weight and save energy.
At GESmaterials, we supply Boron Carbide (B₄C), one of the hardest known materials after diamond, valued for its hardness, low density, and chemical stability.
Defense & Armor: Critical for body armor, helmets, vehicles, and tank armor due to impact resistance and lightweight protection.
Abrasives: Utilized in grinding wheels, lapping pastes, and water-jet cutting systems for hard material machining.
Durable Nozzles: Extends service life in sandblasting and spraying operations with extreme wear resistance.
Nuclear Applications: High neutron absorption makes B₄C indispensable in reactor control rods and shielding systems.
Semiconductor Manufacturing: Supports ion implantation processes for doping semiconductors with boron ions.
Refractory Components: Provides thermal stability and chemical inertness for furnace linings and high-temperature kilns.
| Chemical Formula | B4C |
|---|---|
| Mechanical | |
| Density | 2.52 g/cm3 |
| Hardness | 27.4 GPa |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 450 GPa |
| Flexural Strength | 350 MPa |
| Compressive Strength | 3000 MPa |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.2 |
| Fracture Toughness | 3.2 MPa m½ |
| Thermal | |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 2.7 x 10^-6/°C |
| Thermal Conductivity | 27 W/(m*K) |
| Specific Heat | 1854 x10^3 J/(Kg*K) |
| Shock Resistance | – |
| Maximum Working Temperature | 600 °C |
We are dedicated to supplying high-quality, stable products, including refractory metals, deposition materials (sputtering target & evaporation materials), rare earth elements, permanent magnets, and advanced ceramic products.
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