The difference between boron carbide and silicon carbide

The difference between boron carbide and silicon carbide
Although boron carbide and silicon carbide are both abrasives, and there is only one difference, boron carbide and silicon carbide are two completely different products.

1. The main ingredients are different

The main component of boron carbide is B4C

The main component of silicon carbide SIC

2. Different hardness

Boron carbide hardness: 9.6

The hardness of silicon carbide is 9.3

3. Different colors

Boron carbide is only available in black color

Silicon carbide is available in green and black

4. Different uses

Boron carbide is mainly used for neutron absorption and ceramic materials

Silicon carbide is mainly used for grinding and polishing

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