JerryRigEverything - How to Make a Real Diamond - (Not Clickbait)
The video takes viewers inside US Synthetic, one of the largest industrial diamond manufacturing facilities, to explore how synthetic diamonds are made and their various industrial applications. It explains that while most people associate diamonds with jewelry, 99% of diamonds used annually are synthetic and serve industrial purposes, such as drilling and creating frictionless bearings. The process of making these diamonds involves using diamond dust, cobalt, and tungsten carbide under extreme heat and pressure. The video details the steps, including the use of a giant press that applies over 1 million PSI and heats the materials to 2500°F, to form polycrystalline black diamonds. These diamonds are stronger than natural diamonds due to their interlaced crystal structure. The video also highlights the use of these diamonds in high-end 3D printer nozzles, which are more durable than traditional metal nozzles. The manufacturing process is safe and non-toxic, utilizing materials like salt and talc for easy cleanup. The video concludes by showcasing the durability of the synthetic diamonds through a scratch test and suggests potential future applications.
Key Points:
- 99% of diamonds used annually are synthetic, primarily for industrial purposes.
- Synthetic diamonds are made using diamond dust, cobalt, and tungsten carbide under extreme conditions.
- The manufacturing process involves a press applying over 1 million PSI and heating to 2500°F.
- Synthetic diamonds are stronger than natural ones due to their interlaced crystal structure.
- These diamonds are used in durable 3D printer nozzles, offering longer-lasting performance.