Introduction
Hafnium (Hf) is a shiny/silvery and ductile metal that is corrosion-resistant and chemically similar to the zirconium. It is an important material in the atomic energy industry and it can be used as the cathode of the X-ray tube in the electrical industry. Hafnium wire is drawn from high-purity hafnium metal. As hafnium has a great ability to shed electrons into the air and has a high melting point,The main industrial application of hafnium wire is as a plasma emitter for plasma cutting machine electrodes. Hafnium can also be used as the adding elements in heat-resistant alloys, such as tungsten, molybdenum and tantalum alloys. We can offer the hafnium wire (Hf Wire) with various dimensions.
Synonyms
10200, 10205, 13305, 13435, 42982
Here are some common uses of Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire):
Electronics: Hafnium wire is used in the electronics industry for its high melting point and excellent corrosion resistance. It is often employed as a component in cathodes and filaments of high-power vacuum tubes, electron guns, and X-ray tubes.
Nuclear Reactors: Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) is utilized in nuclear reactors due to its ability to absorb neutrons. It is commonly used as control rods and structural materials in nuclear power plants to regulate the nuclear fission process.
Aerospace: Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) finds application in the aerospace industry. It is used in high-temperature environments, such as rocket engine nozzles and other components that require excellent thermal stability and durability.
Plasma Cutting: Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) is employed as an electrode material in plasma cutting systems. It has a high melting point and resists heat, making it suitable for generating high-energy plasma arcs for precision cutting of various materials.
Research and Development: Hafnium wire is used in research and development laboratories for various experimental purposes. It can be utilized in the fabrication of specialized components, sensors, and electrical connections for scientific studies and exploratory projects.
Description
XOT metals is a global supplier of Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) and we can provide customized Hafnium products. Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) is a silvery metallic wire and manufactured from High Purity Hafnium (Hf).
As hafnium has great ability to shed electrons into air and has a high melting point, it is the crucial component of the electrode in plasma cutting. High purity hafnium wire has better durablility in plasma cutting.Our high-quality Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) is tailored to meet the unique needs of each customer.
Specification
| Purity | Hf+Zr > 99.95%, Zr < 1% |
|---|---|
| Standard | ASTM B737 |
| Size | Dia: 0.1mm-5.0mm ( tolerance: +/-0.05mm ) |
| Condition | Cold drawn, Annealed |
| Shape | Coils or Customers’ Requests |
| Surface | Silver metal |
| Packing | Standard seaworthy packages or as your requests |
It can be straight, in coils, or on spools
Special requirements of Hafnium wire will to be agreed on by the supplier and buyer of negotiations.
Properties
| Physical Properties | Hafnium (Atom#72) |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
| Melting Point | 2506 K (2233°C, 4051°F) |
| Boiling Point | 4876 K (4603°C, 8317°F) |
| Heat of Fusion | 27.2 kJ/mol |
| Heat of Vaporization | 648 kJ/mol |
| Molar Heat Capacity | 25.73 J/(mol•K) |
Types
- for plasma cutting
- for electrode tip of cutting machine
- for evaporatin
Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) Form
- Straight Hf wire
- Coiled Hf wire
- Hf Metal Particle
Certification
- Tensile Properties
- Chemical Composition
- Customer Specific Requirements
Applications
- Aerospace industry: is used to manufacture high-temperature components such as aircraft engine blades and rocket engine nozzles.
- Nuclear industry: Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) is used as a cladding material for nuclear fuel rods due to its excellent neutron-absorbing properties.
- Petrochemical industry: Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) is used to produce corrosion-resistant reactors for chemical processing.
- Alloying element: Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) can be used as an alloying element in combination with other materials such as tungsten and chromium to enhance their properties.
Hf Wire and other Hf parts are also used in plasma cutting because of their ability to shed electrons into the air. Cut hafnium wire could be inserted into copper parts to make a cutting tip for the plasma cutter.
Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) Packaging
Standard Packing: In Coils or on Spools, and loaded in the Wooden Box or the Carton Box.
Our Hafnium Wire (Hf Wire) are carefully handled to minimize damage during storage and transportation and to preserve the quality of our products in their original condition.
We also produce Hafnium as hf powder, hf ingot, hf sheet, hf pipe, hf disc, hf granules and in compound forms, such as oxide. Other shapes are available by request. Please contact us if you need customized services.