High Purity Hafnium

Product Overview

High purity hafnium is a silvery-gray metallic crystal with a metallic luster, molecular weight of 178.49, and a density of 13.31 g/cm³. It is renowned for its excellent corrosion resistance and exceptional thermal stability, especially in high-temperature environments. Hafnium is stable in air, although its powder form is highly flammable. Additionally, it has a significant thermal neutron capture cross-section, making it a crucial material in the nuclear industry.

Features

• High Purity: Ideal for precision industrial applications requiring low impurity levels.
• Excellent Corrosion Resistance: Provides outstanding durability even in aggressive environments.
• High-Temperature Stability: Maintains structural integrity and performance in high-temperature conditions.
• Neutron Capture Capability: Especially valuable for use in nuclear reactors and energy-related applications.

Applications

• Hafnium Alloys: Used in producing hafnium-based alloys, which are critical in aerospace, nuclear, and high-performance industries.
• Jewelry and Alloy Smelting: Serves as an essential additive in jewelry alloys and metal refining processes.
• CVD Coatings: Applied in chemical vapor deposition (CVD) to create highly corrosion-resistant coatings, particularly in high-tech industries.
• Nuclear Energy and Military Applications: Due to its ability to capture thermal neutrons, hafnium is used extensively in the production of nuclear reactors and related equipment. It is also crucial in defense and military technologies, including advanced weaponry and control systems.
• Nuclear Reactors: Key material for nuclear reactors, where its ability to absorb neutrons contributes to the control of nuclear reactions.