Materials We Purchase

We Buy Carbide, Brass, High-Temp Alloys & Non-Ferrous Scrap

From precision carbide cutting inserts to brass shell casings, red brass, foundry brass, Inconel superalloys, and mixed non-ferrous scrap — Carbide Kings buys it all. Nationwide service, competitive pricing, and fast payment.

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Carbide Inserts

Tungsten carbide cutting inserts are one of the most common forms of carbide scrap generated by CNC machine shops and turning operations. We purchase worn, broken, and used inserts of all grades and geometries — CNMG, TNMG, DNMG, WNMG, VCMT, CCMT, and all other indexable insert styles. Brands include Kennametal, Sandvik, Iscar, Seco, Mitsubishi, and all others. No sorting by grade required. We buy from individual sellers, machine shops, and manufacturers across the US.

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Carbide Rods & Blanks

Solid tungsten carbide rods, blanks, and round stock are among the highest-value carbide scrap on the market. We purchase carbide rods in all diameters and lengths — new, used, broken, or off-spec. Carbide rod scrap from tool grinding operations, tooling manufacturers, and distributors is accepted in any condition. We pay competitive prices per pound for solid carbide round stock and preforms.

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Endmills & Drill Bits

Solid carbide endmills, drill bits, reamers, and rotary cutting tools are purchased in any condition — worn, broken, resharpened, or new. We buy carbide endmills of all sizes and flute counts from all major manufacturers including Kennametal, Sandvik, Seco, Iscar, OSG, Kyocera, and others. Carbide drill bits, ball nose endmills, roughing endmills, and specialty cutters are all accepted. We serve machine shops and tool distributors across the US.

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Dies & Rings

Tungsten carbide dies, rings, punches, and wear parts are purchased from wire drawing operations, stamping facilities, forging shops, and tooling manufacturers. We buy carbide dies of all sizes including wire drawing dies, extrusion dies, forming dies, and carbide punches. Carbide wear rings and guide bushings from industrial operations are also accepted. We serve wire drawing companies, stamping plants, and metalforming operations nationwide.

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Mixed Carbide Scrap

Mixed tungsten carbide scrap — unsorted pieces, broken tooling, chips, and miscellaneous carbide material — is accepted in any quantity. You do not need to sort or separate your carbide scrap before selling. We handle mixed lots from machine shops, job shops, tool crib cleanouts, and industrial facility shutdowns. Mixed carbide scrap from across the US is welcome.

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Carbide Sludge & Grinding Powder

Tungsten carbide grinding sludge, powder, and fine particles generated by tool grinding and manufacturing operations are purchased. Carbide sludge from CNC grinding centers, surface grinders, and cylindrical grinders contains significant tungsten value. We accept wet and dry carbide powder and grinding residue. Sludge must be packaged in sealed containers. Don't discard your grinding sludge — it contains real recoverable value.

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Scrap Brass Shells

We purchase scrap brass shell casings in all quantities — once-fired, range brass, military surplus, and mixed headstamp lots. Brass shell scrap from shooting ranges, ammunition manufacturers, law enforcement, and military operations is accepted. We buy 9mm, .223, .308, .45 ACP, 5.56, 7.62, 12 gauge, and all other calibers. No need to sort by caliber or headstamp. Competitive per-pound pricing with fast turnaround for range operators, ammo reloaders, and industrial sellers nationwide.

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Red Brass

Red brass scrap — also known as 85/15 brass or gunmetal — contains a higher copper content than yellow brass and commands premium pricing. We buy red brass scrap from plumbing fixtures, valves, fittings, pipe, and castings. Red brass from demolition, HVAC, plumbing contractors, and industrial facilities is accepted in any quantity. Red brass scrap buyers near you — Carbide Kings purchases red brass nationwide with competitive per-pound rates and fast payment.

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Foundry Brass

Foundry brass scrap — including yellow brass, semi-red brass, and mixed brass castings — is purchased from foundries, die casters, machine shops, and industrial facilities. We buy foundry brass gates, risers, sprues, runners, and off-spec castings. Brass turnings, chips, and borings from machining operations are also accepted. Foundry brass scrap buyers serving metalcasting operations, brass foundries, and non-ferrous scrap dealers across the United States.

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High-Temperature Alloys

We purchase high-temperature alloy scrap including Inconel, Hastelloy, Monel, Waspaloy, Rene alloys, and other nickel-based superalloys. High-temp alloy scrap from aerospace machining, turbine manufacturing, power generation, and chemical processing is accepted. We also buy cobalt-based alloys, titanium scrap, and refractory metal scrap. Superalloy scrap buyers for aerospace suppliers, job shops, and OEM manufacturers — competitive pricing on all high-value non-ferrous alloys.

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Non-Ferrous Metals

In addition to tungsten carbide, Carbide Kings purchases a broad range of non-ferrous scrap metals. We buy copper, aluminum, zinc, lead, tin, and nickel-bearing scrap from industrial facilities, machine shops, and manufacturing operations. Non-ferrous scrap buyers for mixed lots, clean material, and industrial cleanouts. If you have non-ferrous scrap alongside your carbide material, we can quote everything together — one pickup, one payment, no hassle.

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Stainless Steel Scrap

We purchase stainless steel scrap in all grades and forms — 304, 316, 310, 321, 347, 17-4 PH, 15-5 PH, and duplex stainless. Stainless steel scrap from machine shops, fabricators, food processing equipment, pharmaceutical equipment, and industrial facilities is accepted. We buy stainless steel turnings, solids, sheet drops, pipe, fittings, and mixed stainless lots. Stainless steel scrap buyers serving manufacturers, job shops, and industrial cleanouts nationwide — competitive per-pound pricing with fast payment.

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Aluminum Scrap

Carbide Kings buys aluminum scrap in all alloys and forms including 6061, 7075, 2024, 5052, 6063, and cast aluminum. We purchase aluminum turnings, solids, extrusions, plate drops, castings, and mixed aluminum lots from machine shops, aerospace suppliers, fabricators, and industrial facilities. Aluminum scrap buyers for clean and mixed material — we handle everything from precision aerospace aluminum offcuts to bulk industrial aluminum scrap. Nationwide service with competitive pricing per pound.

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Nickel Alloys

We buy nickel alloy scrap including pure nickel, Monel 400, Monel K-500, Inconel 600, Inconel 625, Inconel 718, Hastelloy C-276, Hastelloy X, and other nickel-based alloys. Nickel alloy scrap from aerospace machining, chemical processing, marine applications, and power generation is accepted. We purchase nickel alloy turnings, solids, bar drops, sheet, and mixed lots. Nickel alloy scrap buyers for aerospace and industrial suppliers — high-value material handled with competitive pricing and fast turnaround.

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Titanium Scrap

Titanium scrap in all grades is purchased — Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V), Grade 9, Grade 23, and other aerospace titanium alloys. We buy titanium turnings, solids, bar drops, plate offcuts, forgings, and mixed titanium lots from aerospace machining operations, medical device manufacturers, and industrial facilities. Titanium scrap buyers serving aerospace suppliers, job shops, and OEM manufacturers nationwide. Ti-6Al-4V and other high-value aerospace grades command premium pricing.

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Copper Scrap

We purchase copper scrap in all forms — bare bright copper, #1 copper, #2 copper, copper turnings, copper pipe, copper wire, copper bus bar, and copper alloy scrap. Copper scrap from electrical contractors, HVAC operations, plumbing, manufacturing, and industrial facilities is accepted. We also buy copper-bearing alloys including bronze and brass alongside your other non-ferrous material. Copper scrap buyers offering competitive per-pound pricing with same-day quotes and fast payment nationwide.

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Not Sure What You Have?

If it contains tungsten carbide, brass, high-temp alloys, or other non-ferrous metals, we're interested. Call us or send photos and we'll identify your material and give you a quote.

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