Sell scrap Varel tungsten carbide drill bit inserts and mining tools. Oil & gas and mining drill bit specialist.
Varel International (now part of Variperm Energy Services) is a manufacturer of drill bits for the oil & gas and mining industries. Based in Dallas, Texas, Varel produces PDC bits, roller cone bits, and fixed cutter bits that use tungsten carbide inserts and matrix bodies. Worn Varel bits contain significant amounts of recoverable tungsten carbide.
| Type | Application | WC Content | Scrap Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roller Cone Inserts | Oil & gas drilling | 50-70% WC | $20-$30/lb | Pressed-in carbide teeth |
| Matrix Body Material | PDC bit bodies | 60-80% WC | $15-$25/lb | Crushed carbide matrix |
| Mining Bit Inserts | Rock drilling | 40-60% WC | $15-$25/lb | Button-style |
| Nozzles | Drill bit nozzles | 90%+ WC | $25-$40/lb | Small, high purity |
| Gauge Protection | Bit gauge | 85-90% WC | $20-$30/lb | Wear-resistant inserts |
We buy ALL brands of tungsten carbide — not just those listed above. If it's carbide, we want it.
Top prices paid. Free commercial pickup. Same-day payment on approved lots.
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