Topoint Technology is preparing to raise prices again in the first quarter of 2026 as tungsten carbide costs continue climbing, putting fresh pressure on manufacturers that rely on PCB drilling tools.
The company, known for producing PCB drills used in printed circuit board manufacturing, says the latest adjustment is being driven by the ongoing surge in tungsten carbide prices—one of the most critical materials in drill production. As raw material costs remain elevated, drill makers are finding it harder to absorb the increases without passing part of the burden along to customers.
This upcoming hike is expected to apply across a broad range of products, expanding beyond standard “tungsten white drills” and reaching into higher-end drill offerings as well. In other words, it won’t be limited to entry-level consumables; premium tooling may also see higher pricing as the cost environment tightens.
For PCB manufacturers and electronics supply chain buyers, another round of drill price increases could translate into higher operating costs, especially for high-volume production where drilling consumables are replaced frequently. The move also signals that tungsten-related cost inflation is still an active issue heading into 2026, and not a short-term spike that has already peaked.
With Topoint planning a second price increase, customers may start reassessing procurement timelines, inventory strategies, and longer-term supplier negotiations to reduce exposure to further increases tied to tungsten carbide volatility.
