ABOUT DBS Enterpot Trade
What We Buy
We buy Tungsten Carbide Scraps; Carbide inserts (with or without ceramic), Carbide drills, reamers, emdmills, Carbide rollers, Carbide tips (e.g. mining drill tips) and Tungsten alloys (with Ni, Cu, etc...).
1. Tungsten Grinding Powder :
Tungsten grinding powder refers to fine particles or powder produced from grinding tungsten, which is a dense, hard, and heat-resistant metal commonly used in various industrial applications, including electronics, aerospace, and manufacturing.
The grinding powder is typically created during the process of shaping or machining tungsten. Tungsten is a difficult material to work with due to its hardness, so specialized equipment like diamond-coated grinding tools are often used to grind it. The grinding powder itself can be a byproduct of this process.
- Welding and Manufacturing: It can be used in welding electrodes or other industrial parts.
- Recycling: The powder can be recycled and used to create new tungsten products.
- Coatings: Sometimes, it is used in coatings for wear-resistant or heat-resistant purposes.
2. Used Insert :
A used insert generally refers to a cutting insert that has been used in machining processes, such as turning, milling, or drilling, and has already undergone some level of wear. Inserts are typically made of hard materials like carbide, cermet, ceramic, or tungsten carbide, and they are used in tools for shaping, cutting, or finishing metals, plastics, or other materials.
Over time, inserts experience wear due to the high heat and friction generated during machining. Once an insert has been used and is no longer effective or sharp, it may be replaced. However, used inserts can often be recycled or repurposed depending on their material and condition.
Common types of inserts and their uses:
- Carbide Inserts: Often used in turning, milling, and other high-precision machining operations because of their hardness and wear resistance.
- Ceramic Inserts: Typically used for hard materials and high-temperature applications.
- Cermet Inserts: Made from a combination of ceramic and metal, they are used for turning and finishing operations on hard materials.
- Tungsten Carbide Inserts: Known for their toughness and resistance to wear, these are commonly used in heavy-duty machining.
Used inserts are important in the machining industry because they provide an opportunity to recycle valuable materials, saving costs and reducing waste.
3. Used Drill, Endmill & ballmill :
Used end mills, drills, and ball mills refer to cutting tools that have been used in machining processes and are now worn or no longer sharp enough for optimal performance. These tools are commonly used in various industries, including metalworking, manufacturing, and precision machining.
Used End Mills
- End mills are cutting tools used in milling operations to remove material from a workpiece. They are typically designed to cut on the sides and end of the tool, allowing for more versatile cutting, including face milling, slot milling, and contouring.
- Used end mills may have become worn out after extended use, losing sharpness or developing signs of wear such as dull edges or chipped tips.
- Recycling or Regrinding: If an end mill is worn but not too damaged, it can often be regrinded to restore its cutting edges. In some cases, worn end mills can be recycled, especially if they are made from valuable materials like carbide.
Used Drills
- Drills are cutting tools specifically designed for drilling holes in materials. They are typically pointed at the tip to allow for accurate penetration into the workpiece. Drills can be used for a variety of materials like metals, plastics, and composites.
- Used drills can lose sharpness and precision over time due to the wear on the cutting edges, which can result in slower drilling speeds, less accurate hole sizes, or overheating.
- Regrinding: Used drills can be re-sharpened to restore their cutting ability. This is a common practice, especially with high-quality drill bits made of carbide or cobalt.
Used Ball Mills
- Ball mills are a type of grinding mill used to grind materials into fine powder or small particles. They are often used in the production of minerals, chemicals, ceramics, and pigments.
- The ball mill consists of a rotating cylinder filled with steel or ceramic balls that grind the material inside.
- Used ball mills can experience wear on their inner surfaces, balls, or other components due to prolonged usage, affecting their grinding efficiency.
- Reconditioning: Used ball mills might need to be inspected and reconditioned, with components like balls or liners replaced. If the mill is still functional, it can be reused for grinding purposes.
Recycling and reusing cutting tools like end mills, drills, and ball mills help reduce the overall cost of production, minimize waste, and contribute to sustainability in manufacturing.
