Boron Carbide

Bhukhanvala Industries' Vajrabor Boron Carbide (B₄C) is renowned for its exceptional hardness. This extremely robust, black ceramic is a synthetic compound composed of boron and carbon atoms. With technology transferred from the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Bhukhanvala Industries has become a leading supplier of B₄C powders and components to various industries worldwide, catering to diverse applications.

Vajrabor B₄C Powders

Vajrabor B₄C Powders are high-performance and high-purity powders available in a wide range of grades and particle size distributions to meet specific needs, including:

Abrasives: Used in grinding, lapping, polishing media. Also, an additive in abrasive and super-abrasive grinding wheels, honing, and dressing sticks.
Neutron Shielding: Neutron absorption in nuclear reactors and radiation shielding.
Metal Fabrication: Wear-resistant coatings.
Metal Hardening: Surface hardening of metals.
High-Temperature Applications: Additives in crucibles and furnace components such as refractory bricks.
Pyrotechnics: Environmentally friendly component for green colour in fireworks.

Vajrabor HP B₄C Components

Our advanced hot-pressing technology produces high-density boron carbide components with exceptional strength and wear resistance. Our machining capabilities allow us to manufacture even the most complex shapes, with outstanding durability, making them ideal for:

Industrial Components: Nozzles, dies, sandblasting equipment, and pump components.
Armour: Bulletproof vests, vehicle armour, and aircraft armour due to their lightweight and high ballistic protection.
Engineering Tools: High-performance inserts for machining difficult materials, as well as dressing and honing tools.
High-Temperature Applications: Crucibles and furnace components.
Nuclear Shielding: Exceptional neutron absorption capabilities make our HP Vajrabor B₄C components ideal for shielding personnel and equipment in nuclear reactors, research facilities, and other environments requiring radiation protection.