CNC Machine Shop Carbide Recycling

Carbide Recycling for CNC Machine Shops

CNC machine shops generate more carbide scrap than almost any other industry — worn inserts, broken endmills, dull drill bits, and grinding sludge accumulate quickly. Carbide Kings makes it easy for machine shops to turn that scrap into cash with competitive per-pound pricing, simple shipping, and fast payment.

Why CNC Shops Choose Carbide Kings

We Understand Your Scrap

We know the difference between CNMG inserts and TNMG inserts, between solid carbide endmills and carbide-tipped tools, and between high-grade and low-grade carbide. You don't have to explain what you have — we already know.

Commercial Account Pricing

Machine shops with recurring carbide scrap volume qualify for commercial account pricing — better rates, priority service, and dedicated account management. Contact us to set up your account.

Freight Pickup Available

For shops generating large quantities of carbide scrap, we can arrange freight pickup directly from your facility. No need to box and ship — we come to you.

No Sorting Required

Throw all your carbide scrap in one container — inserts, endmills, drills, broken tooling, chips. We handle sorting and identification on our end.

Fast, Reliable Payment

We pay promptly after verification. Machine shops on commercial accounts can set up preferred payment schedules and methods.

Nationwide Service

We serve CNC machine shops across all 50 states. Whether you're in Charlotte, NC, Chicago, IL, or Los Angeles, CA — we accept your shipment.

Carbide Scrap Generated by CNC Machine Shops

Worn and broken indexable cutting inserts (all geometries)
Dull solid carbide endmills and drill bits
Carbide boring bars and turning tools
Carbide chips and broken pieces from machining
Grinding sludge from tool grinding operations
Carbide rods and blanks from tooling inventory
Mixed carbide scrap from tool crib cleanouts

Set Up a Commercial Account

Machine shops with recurring carbide scrap volume benefit from a commercial account with Carbide Kings. Commercial accounts receive priority pricing based on volume, dedicated account management, flexible pickup and shipping arrangements, and streamlined payment processing. Contact us to discuss your shop's carbide scrap volume and set up an account.

How It Works for Machine Shops

01

Contact Us

Call (980) 515-7064 or fill out our form. Tell us about your shop's carbide scrap — types, approximate monthly volume, and your location. We'll set up the right arrangement for your needs.

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Ship or Schedule Pickup

For smaller quantities, ship to our Charlotte, NC facility via UPS or FedEx. For larger volumes, we can arrange freight pickup from your shop.

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Get Paid

Payment issued promptly after verification. Commercial accounts can set up preferred payment schedules.

Start Turning Your Carbide Scrap Into Cash

Contact Carbide Kings to set up a commercial account or get a quote for your current carbide scrap inventory.