Diamantine

Diamantine is a metallic material used by the Imperium of Man to fabricate weapons, ammunition and armour. "Diamantine" means consisting of diamonds, or resembling diamonds.

Known Uses

 * Diamantine is used in bolter ammunition. The standard bolt rounds for assault cannons and other projectiles have diamantine tips. This material replaces lead in today's bullets.
 * Armour is sometimes constructed of diamantine, or walls and doors are sometimes lined or made with it, notably in the walls of a Fortress-Monastery.