Production of High Purity Boron Carbide

Abstract

The paper presents the results of investigations carried out on the preparation of boron carbide (B 4 C) by carbothermic reduction of boric acid serving as a source of boron in a graphite resistance furnace. Studies have been made with different charge composition, different forms of carbon and various rates of heating and times allowed for reduction. The paper also includes the processing treatments involving grinding and leaching given to the reduced carbide power to suit specific nuclear applications. © 1986 by Freund Publishing House Ltd.