Boron carbide powder

Boron Carbide is one of the hardest materials known, ranking third behind diamond and cubic boron nitride.

  • Extreme hardness, (Knoop 100g: 2900-3580kg/mm2)
  • Good chemical resistance
  • Good nuclear properties
  • Low density (2.52g/cm2)

Due to the hardness, boron carbide powder is used as an abrasive in polishing and lapping applications

MSDS

Updated: 04-06-2026
Code Size Pack Size Availability Price Updated: 04-06-2026
EMS50510-08 8um 454g No ETA $184.00 AUD
EMS50510-10 10um 454g No ETA $183.00 AUD
EMS50510-14 14um 454g No ETA $183.00 AUD
EMS50510-18 18um 454g No ETA $183.00 AUD
EMS50510-42 42um 454g No ETA $164.00 AUD
EMS50510-50 50um 454g No ETA $171.00 AUD

* Availability Explanation

X weeks – the estimated lead time, based on the average time taken previously to fill orders from this particular supplier. Lead times are from when we receive your order until when we fill your order. For delivery times, please see shipping information below.

In Stock – Plenty of stock on the shelf, ready to ship.

No ETA – our supplier has advised they cannot provide an accurate ETA. Generally there is some issue with supply, and it may be more than 6 months.