================================================================= In oil and gas operations, nozzles face some of the most punishing conditions in the entire fluid path. High-velocity drilling mud loaded with cuttings and sand, high-pressure jetting fluids, and abrasive slurry all accelerate erosion. When a nozzle wears, orifice diameter grows, hydraulic performance drifts, jet quality degrades, and the risk of washout or tool failure rises. Tungsten carbide (and in selected

Tungsten prices have retreated from the record highs seen in early 2026, but the market remains far from stable. Ongoing export controls, tight global supply, and geopolitical uncertainty continue to impact pricing, lead times, and sourcing for custom tungsten carbide components. Learn what these market trends mean for manufacturers and industrial buyers.