Zirconium Sponge (Zr, Purity: 99.9%, APS: 40-50µm)
Zirconium Sponge | |
Product No | NRE-52050 |
CAS No. | 7440-67-7 |
Formula | Zr |
Purity | 99.9% |
Size | NA |
Color | Silvery White Metal |
Molecular Weight | 55.39g/mol |
Density | 6.52 g/cm3 |
Melting Point | 1852 °C |
Boiling Point | 3580 °C |
Thermal Conductivity | 22.6 W/(m·K) |
Zirconium Sponge
Applications:
Metal Alloys:
Superalloys: Zr is used to produce high-performance superalloys that are employed in aerospace and industrial gas turbines. Zirconium improves the strength and stability of these alloys at high temperatures.
Titanium Alloys: Zirconium is alloyed with titanium to enhance its properties, such as strength and corrosion resistance. These alloys are used in aerospace, military, and medical applications.
Nuclear Industry:
Fuel Rod Cladding: Zr is used in the production of zirconium alloys for cladding nuclear fuel rods. Its low thermal neutron absorption cross-section and resistance to corrosion make it ideal for use in nuclear reactors.
Control Rods: Zirconium alloys made from zirconium sponge are used in control rods in nuclear reactors due to their ability to withstand high radiation and temperature conditions.
Chemical Processing:
Corrosion-Resistant Equipment: Zr is used to produce corrosion-resistant materials and equipment for chemical processing, including reactors, pumps, and valves. Its resistance to corrosive chemicals is valuable in these applications.
Ceramics:
Advanced Ceramics: Zirconium sponge is a precursor to zirconia (ZrO₂) ceramics, which are used in high-performance applications. Zirconia ceramics are known for their hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability, and are used in cutting tools, wear-resistant components, and dental prosthetics.
Optics and Electronics:
Optical Coatings: Zirconium, derived from zirconium sponge, is used in optical coatings for lenses, mirrors, and other optical components due to its high refractive index and optical properties.
Semiconductors and Electronics: Zirconium-based materials from zirconium sponge are used in some electronic and semiconductor applications.
Glass Production:
Specialty Glasses: Zirconium sponge is used in the production of specialty glasses. Zirconium improves the mechanical and thermal properties of glass, which is useful in various high-performance glass products.
Material Science and Research:
Research and Development: Zirconium sponge is used in material science research to develop new materials and understand zirconium’s properties. It is a key component in studying advanced materials and technologies.