Description

Tungsten Boride (CAS NO 12007-09-9) is an advanced inorganic compound valued for its exceptional hardness and high-temperature stability. This material is critical for applications requiring superior wear resistance and structural integrity under extreme conditions. It is primarily utilized in the manufacturing of cutting tools, wear-resistant coatings, and components for the aerospace and defense industries.

Application

• Manufacturing of ultra-hard cutting tools and abrasives.
• Surface engineering and wear-resistant coatings for industrial components.
• Production of specialized refractory materials for high-temperature furnaces.
• Key component in composite materials for aerospace and defense applications.
• Used in research and development of novel superhard materials.
• Potential use as a catalyst or catalyst support in specific chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tungsten Boride
CAS No.	12007-09-9
Molecular Formula	WB (commonly; other stoichiometries exist, e.g., W2B, WB4)
Molecular Weight	194.65 g/mol (for WB)
Synonyms	Boranylidynewolfram; Tungsten Monoboride; Wolfram Boride; Boron Tungsten Alloy; Tungsten-Boron Compound; Hard Tungsten Boride; WB Powder
EINECS	234-498-5

Quality Control

Our Tungsten Boride is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and compliance with defined specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size distribution, and metallic impurities is provided with every shipment to guarantee material traceability and performance reliability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator for long-term storage to prevent oxidation and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Assay (Tungsten Boride, WB)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (Custom sizes available)
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%
Nitrogen Content	≤ 0.1%
Metallic Impurities (Fe, Ni, Cr, etc.)	≤ 500 ppm (total)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.