Tungsten carbide rods are essential components in today’s high-performance machining and cutting tool industries. Renowned for their extreme hardness, wear resistance, and durability, these rods are engineered for use in drills, end mills, reamers, taps, and other precision cutting tools.
At Ti Time Company, we specialize in the custom manufacturing and global supply of high-grade tungsten carbide rods, supporting industrial leaders across aerospace, electronics, metalworking, and precision tooling sectors.
What is a Tungsten Carbide Rod?
A tungsten carbide rod is a cylindrical bar primarily composed of 85–94% tungsten carbide (WC) and 6–15% cobalt (Co), created through powder metallurgy processes such as extrusion, cold isostatic pressing (CIP), and sintering.
Key material properties include:
Hardness: 89–94 HRA (Rockwell Hardness), making it suitable for cutting and abrasion-resistant applications.
Density: 14.4–14.95 g/cm³, slightly lower than pure tungsten but ideal for high-strength tools.
Bending Strength: 3000–4000+ MPa, depending on WC grain size and cobalt ratio.
Excellent Thermal Stability: Retains hardness even at elevated temperatures.
Wear & Corrosion Resistance: Resists oxidation, friction, and acid/alkali corrosion under typical working conditions.
Ti Time Company – Trusted Tungsten Carbide Rod Supplier
✅ Experience & Engineering
With over 10 years of metallurgical and tool material manufacturing experience, Ti Time Company delivers solutions that perform in the most demanding environments. Our production team includes senior engineers in cemented carbide R&D and tooling design.
✅ Custom Manufacturing
We offer OEM and ODM services for:
Solid tungsten carbide rods (with or without coolant holes)
Precision-ground rods
Rod blanks for micro-drilling, milling, and forming
Grade selection support based on material machined (e.g., wood, plastic, aluminum, cast iron, hardened steel)
✅ Wide Range of Grades & Sizes
Grades available: YG6, YG8, YL10.2, K10, K20, K30, customized blends
Length: up to 330mm (customizable)
Diameter: 0.2mm to 50mm+
Finish: unground, ground, chamfered, centerless polished
✅ Reliable Quality & Certification
ISO 9001:2015 certified production
Full documentation: TDS, SDS, material test report (MTR)
Rigorous QC and batch traceability
Applications of Tungsten Carbide Rods
Used in:
CNC cutting tools: End mills, drills, taps, reamers
PCB micro-drilling in electronics
Wood and plastic tool inserts
Molds for metal forming
High-performance wear parts for mining, oil, and gas
FAQs – Tungsten Carbide Rods & Ti Time Company
Can Ti Time customize rod grades for specific cutting materials?
Yes, we tailor the cobalt content, WC grain size, and grade to suit your cutting needs—whether for steel, aluminum, brass, or composites.
Do your tungsten carbide rods come with coolant holes?
Yes, we manufacture solid and double straight coolant hole rods for high-speed and deep-hole machining applications.
What's the typical lead time for carbide rod production?
Standard rods ship in 7–15 days. Custom grades or machined parts may take 15–25 days depending on complexity and volume.
What surface finishes are available?
We offer ground, unground, polished, or chamfered finishes, depending on your requirements.
What industries does Ti Time supply to?
Our carbide rods are used in aerospace, precision engineering, medical tooling, woodworking, automotive, and electronic industries.
