Osmium Ingot

Product Overview
The Osmium Ingot is made from high-purity osmium metal, known for its extremely high density and melting point. Osmium is the densest metal element known, widely used in fields requiring high temperature, strength, and wear resistance. Its vital role in catalysts, alloys, and high-end instrument manufacturing makes osmium an indispensable material in specialized industrial applications. The osmium ingot has a gray-blue metallic appearance, smooth surface, and high reflectivity, suitable for precision manufacturing and durable material production.

Product Features

• Extremely High Density:Osmium has a density of 22.48 g/cm³, making it the densest known metal.
• High Melting Point and Boiling Point:The melting point reaches 3045°C, and the boiling point exceeds 5027°C.
• Excellent Chemical Stability:Osmium is very stable in air, although its powdered form can oxidize easily.
• Hardness and Brittleness:Osmium is hard and brittle, making it prone to breakage, but it can self-ignite under certain conditions.
• Toxicity and Safety:Osmium vapors are highly toxic and can severely irritate the eyes; care must be taken during handling.

Applications

• Catalysts:Osmium is used as a catalyst, especially in ammonia synthesis and hydrogenation reactions, where it enhances reaction efficiency.
• Osmium-Platinum Alloys:Osmium alloys with platinum are used to produce high-hardness, sharp surgical knives.
• Osmium-Iridium Alloys:Osmium-iridium alloys are widely used to make wear-resistant high-end pen tips, watch components, and precision instrument bearings.
• Precision Manufacturing:Due to its hardness and wear resistance, osmium is crucial in high-precision equipment and material applications.