Metal Alloy 99.95% Niobium Nb Rod

About Metal Alloy 99.95% Niobium Nb Rod:
Niobium rods have important application value in materials science, and their unique performance makes them indispensable in many fields.
 

Metal Alloy 99.95% Niobium Nb Rod

Chemical composition: 
Nb: 99.95%
(Fe<= 100ppm
 Ni<=50ppm
W<=50ppm
Mo<=100ppm
Si<=50ppm
Zr<=200ppm
Ta<=2000ppm
Hf<=200ppm
C<=100ppm
O<=250ppm
N<=100ppm
H<=15ppm)

Mechanical property:
ultimate tensile strength (MPa): 125
yield strength (MPa, with 2% offset): 73
percentage elongation: >=25%

Application:
Niobium rods play a crucial role in niobium-based materials. As a key element, niobium rods combined with other metal elements can significantly improve the material's performance. During the formation process, niobium rods help improve the alloy's oxidation resistance and high-temperature stability. During the crystallization process, niobium rods play a role in regulating the movement speed of grain boundaries, thereby affecting the solidification process and microstructure of the alloy. In addition, niobium rods also have an important impact on the solid solution strengthening, dispersion strengthening, and work hardening of materials.

Various methods for preparing niobium rods include heat treatment, thermal compression, thermal expansion, etc. Among them, heat treatment is one of the most commonly used methods. The microstructure and properties of niobium-based materials can be adjusted by controlling the heating rate, holding time, and cooling rate. Thermal compression and thermal expansion introduce stress during the preparation process, causing plastic deformation or phase transformation of materials at high temperatures, thereby achieving the goal of regulating material properties. These methods play an important role in the preparation of high-performance niobium-based materials.

The application of niobium rods in high-temperature alloys is particularly prominent. As a key alloying element, niobium rods can significantly improve high-temperature alloys' creep strength and fatigue resistance. For example, in manufacturing aviation engine turbine blades, high-temperature alloys with niobium rods have superior oxidation resistance and high-temperature strength, which can adapt to the requirements of extreme service environments. In addition, niobium rods also play an important role in fields such as metal ceramics and glass ceramics. Niobium rods in metal ceramics can improve materials' hardness and wear resistance, while niobium rods in glass ceramics can enhance the chemical stability and corrosion resistance of materials.

Niobium rods have been widely used in industrial applications in aerospace, energy, and automobiles. Taking aerospace as an example, key components of certain aircraft engines, such as turbine discs and blades, are manufactured using high-temperature alloys with niobium rods added. When working in extreme environments of high temperature and pressure, these components must have excellent fatigue resistance and high-temperature strength. Adding niobium rods to high-temperature alloys can meet these stringent performance requirements, providing important support for the development of the aerospace industry.

In addition to the aerospace field, niobium rods are also widely used in energy and automotive fields. In the energy field, key components such as fuel elements and pressure shells in nuclear reactors are manufactured using niobium-based materials with excellent corrosion and oxidation resistance. In the automotive field, the application of niobium rods is mainly focused on the manufacturing of engine components.

By optimizing the alloy composition and preparation process, high-strength aluminum alloys with niobium rods can meet the strength, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance requirements of key components such as engine connecting rods and cylinders. For niobium parts processing, electronic equipment, high pressure sodium lamp.

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FAQs of Metal Alloy 99.95% Niobium (Nb) Rod

Q: What is a niobium rod used for?
A: A 99.95% high purity niobium rod is utilized in various applications that benefit from its unique properties, such as superconductivity, corrosion resistance, and excellent thermal stability. Common uses include aerospace components, superconducting magnets, chemical processing equipment, medical devices, and advanced electronics.

Q: Is handling a niobium rod safe for humans?
A: Handling a niobium rod is generally considered safe under normal conditions. However, during machining or processing operations that generate dust or particles, precautions should be taken to avoid inhalation of these particles. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, safety glasses, and respiratory protection, can help ensure safe handling.

Q: What is the composition of a niobium rod?
A: A niobium rod with a purity level of 99.95% consists almost entirely of niobium (Nb). This high purity ensures that the rod exhibits optimal physical properties, making it suitable for specialized applications where material quality and performance are crucial.

Q: Are niobium rods suitable for high-temperature environments?
A: Yes, niobium rods are well-suited for high-temperature environments. Niobium has a high melting point of approximately 2,468°C, allowing it to maintain its structural integrity and performance at elevated temperatures. This characteristic makes niobium rods ideal for use in furnaces, reactors, and other high-heat applications where materials must withstand extreme conditions.