WC
Advanced Materials
Tungsten Carbide
Tungsten carbide is one of the hardest materials available, with exceptional wear resistance and thermal stability. Our premium-grade WC provides unmatched durability for cutting tools, drilling equipment, and demanding industrial applications. Available as fine-grain powders for superior performance characteristics.
Atomic #
0
Atomic Wt
195.85 (W) / 12.01 (C)
CAS #
12070-12-1
Purity
99+%
Available Forms
Powder
Granules
Pellets
Compacts
Rods
Purity Grades
99.5%
99.9%
99.95%
Applications
Aerospace
- ✓Cutting tools
- ✓Bearing components
- ✓Wear-resistant parts
Permanent Magnets
- ✓Permanent fixture components
Metallurgy
- ✓Tool inserts
- ✓Dies
- ✓Wear surfaces
Technical Specifications
| Density | 14.95 g/cm³ |
| Hardness (Vickers) | 1000-2000 HV |
| Melting Point | 2870°C |
| Thermal Conductivity | 84 W/m·K |
| Thermal Expansion | 5.2 × 10⁻⁶/K |
Storage Requirements
Store in dry environment at room temperature. Protect from moisture. Shelf life: indefinite when stored properly.
Packaging Options
- •25 kg bags
- •Vacuum-sealed 50 kg drums
- •1 metric ton containers
- •Custom packaging available
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