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COBALT
Westbrook Resources are a pure Cobalt supplier to the iron and steel industries across the world. Our Cobalt has the following chemical analysis:
Cobalt | % |
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Co | 99% min |
Cobalt Packing & Sizing Options
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Bags
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Briquette
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Rounds
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Cathode
About Cobalt
Cobalt, despite being naturally occurring, is usually recovered as a by-product from the mining of ores of Iron, Nickel, Copper, Silver, Manganese, Zinc and Arsenic. Cobalt metal is refined by reductive smelting and is a hard lustrous silver-blue/white metal. It is similar to Iron and Nickel in its physical properties. Highly valued for its versatility, Cobalt is widely used in the production of super alloys, rechargeable batteries, and catalysts. It plays a considerable role in emerging technologies, such as electric vehicles and renewable energy.
Key Properties of Cobalt
It is a ferromagnetic metal and has a relative permeability two-thirds that of Iron. It is a weakly reducing metal that is protected by a passivating oxide film, which enhances its resistance to corrosion. Cobalt exhibits excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, making it highly effective in applications that demand heat and energy transfer. It also has a high melting point of 1495°C, which contributes to its durability in high-temperature environments.
Uses of Cobalt
Cobalt is used in many alloys (superalloys for parts in gas turbine aircraft engines, corrosion resistant alloys, high-speed steels, cemented carbides), in magnets and magnetic recording media and as catalysts for the petroleum and chemical industries. Cobalt Oxides are widely used in Lithium Battery production. We supply Cobalt to many different industries.
Production of Cobalt
As a leading Cobalt supplier, Westbrook Resources sources this essential metal from high-quality producers worldwide. Cobalt is primarily obtained as a by-product during the mining and processing of Nickel and Copper. The production process typically involves reductive smelting, which refines Cobalt into its pure, metallic form. As trusted Cobalt suppliers, we provide Cobalt in the form of briquettes, rounds and cathodes.
Why Choose Westbrook For Cobalt
Westbrook Resources are a long-standing, globally trusted Cobalt supplier to companies worldwide. We have storage facilities located in the United Kingdom, Africa, Europe, and North America, and are, therefore, strategically located to distribute Cobalt and other metals internationally.
We aim to be a reliable long-term partner by ensuring:
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Continuity of Supply
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Consistent Quality
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Highly Competitive Pricing
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Timely Deliveries
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World Class Service
As trusted pure Cobalt suppliers, Westbrook are efficient in meeting urgent customer demands, leveraging our extensive global distribution network to serve international industries.
Westbrook Resources are ISO 9001 compliant, Authorised Economic Operator accredited, hold numerous REACH registrations both in the UK and the EU and have several Turkish KKDIK pre-registrations. We have fiscal representation in several countries to facilitate deliveries direct to your plant.
Contact Us
Our team is here to help you meet all of your Cobalt supply needs.
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Contact us today to discuss your requirements and experience the difference of working with a reliable and experienced supplier in the industry.
Cobalt FAQs
Why is it important to choose a reliable Cobalt supplier?
Choosing a dependable Cobalt supplier is essential to ensure consistent quality, chemistry and traceability. Reliable Cobalt suppliers like Westbrook Resources offer high-grade conflict-free Cobalt, suitable in a range of applications such as superalloys, rechargeable batteries and catalysts.
What is Cobalt usually alloyed with?
Cobalt based alloys are often split into two categories: alloys for casting and alloys for plastic deformation (wrought alloys). Cobalt is most often alloyed with Chromium, but also with Nickel, Tungsten and Molybdenum to form Co-Cr-Mo, Co-Ni-Cr-Mo and Co-Cr-W-Ni alloys. Cobalt based alloys are used in applications that require good corrosion, wear resistance and high-temperature strength such as in jet engine turbines but are also biocompatible so they can be used in orthopaedic implants.
Has the global supply of Cobalt been impacted by sanctions on Russia?
Western sanctions on Russia include Cobalt and Russia are the second largest producer of Cobalt in the world. However, the largest producer by a significant margin is Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) contributing around two-thirds of global production. Ukraine is a crucial transit route for transporting Cobalt from the DRC to the global market and the conflict there caused disruption to logistics and transportation networks. China has since begun to invest in Cobalt mines due to the strategic importance to secure a stable supply going forward. It should also be noted that Russia has continued to produce and export Cobalt since Western sanctions have been in force. In summary, the sanctions on Russia and conflict in Ukraine has forced global importers and exporters to make adjustments to their logistics and supply chains.
