Boron carbide analysis laboratory

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More than 140 people
More than 140 people at your service
5200 m² laboratory
5200 m² laboratory + 99% of services are provided in-house
Accredited laboratory
Accredited laboratory COFRAC ISO 17025

You would like to analyse boron carbide in your dies

Boron carbide (B₄C) is a chemical compound formed from boron and carbon. It is one of the hardest materials known, second only to diamond and cubic boron nitride.

A strategic material with stringent control requirements

Boron carbide (B₄C) is an ultra-hard ceramic known for its lightness, resistance to wear and extreme temperatures. Thanks to these properties, it is used as a key raw material in the manufacture of technical ceramic parts, particularly in the following sectors:

  • Nuclear (neutron absorption)
  • Defence (armour)
  • Aerospace (wear-resistant parts)
  • Advanced ceramics (technical parts, precision components)

Its performance depends directly on its purity, crystalline structure, particle size and the presence of metallic or carbonaceous impurities. These parameters must be controlled throughout the value chain: production, transformation, integration or recycling.

What does boron carbide anlysis involve?

Characterization or analysis of boron carbide involves assessing the composition, structure and physical and mechanical properties of carbides. It is a crucial step in understanding and optimising the properties of ceramic materials used in various industrial sectors, such as aeronautics, space, medical devices and energy. Characterising boron carbide involves a number of analysis techniques.

Boron carbide analysis: FILAB laboratory expertise

Why choose FILAB for boron carbide analysis?

The FILAB laboratory offers boron carbide analysis services adapted to all your needs:

our services

Physicochemical analysis of boron carbide

Structural analysis of boron carbide

Granulometric analysis : laser granulometry, sieving…

Thermal analysis

Microscopic analysis 

Our technical resources for boron carbide analysis

SEM-EBSD

BET

Vickers microhardness

DSC

DRX

ICP-OES/ICP-MS

Elemental analyzer

TGA

Our other carbide analysis

Silicon carbide analysis

Analysis of tungsten carbide

FAQ

Why analyse boron carbide?

Boron carbide is a strategic material used in critical environments (defence, nuclear, technical ceramics, etc.). Its effectiveness depends directly on its purity, microstructure, grain size and the presence of any impurities. Analysis can therefore be used to guarantee its performance and conformity, or to identify any anomalies.

What types of samples can be analysed?

We analyse all types of shapes:

  • Raw powders
  • Densified ceramic parts
  • Composites containing B₄C
  • Residues, deposits, surface layers

Preparations are adapted to the format and nature of the sample (solid, powder, film...).

What information can I obtain after the analysis?

You will receive a clear, interpreted analysis report, including :

  • Raw results with uncertainties and units
  • A technical interpretation (according to your needs)
  • Recommendations or hypotheses if a deviation or defect is detected
Can I ask for help with a specific problem?

Yes, at FILAB, our added value goes beyond just giving you a figure.
We help you to understand the results, find the root causes, implement an action plan, and even support your R&D projects.

The filab advantages
A highly qualified team
A highly qualified team
Responsiveness in responding to and processing requests
Responsiveness in responding to and processing requests
A COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
A COFRAC ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
(Staves available on www.cofrac.com - Accreditation number: 1-1793)
A complete analytical park of 5,200m²
A complete analytical park of 5,200m²
Tailor-made support
Tailor-made support
Anaïs DECAUX Customer Support Manager
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