Hafnium Rod

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Shaanxi Zhongheng Weichuang Metal Materials Co., Ltd. specializes in the export of metal materials. From smelting to export, we strive for excellence. The company mainly engages in the production of conventional processed profiles such as plates, strips, foils, rods, wires, and tubes made of tantalum, niobium, hafnium, tantalum tungsten alloy, niobium hafnium alloy c103, as well as deep processed products such as boats, crucibles, sputtering targets, coating targets, machined parts, high-temperature furnace insulation screens, heating elements, furnace bodies (heating furnaces, annealing furnaces), and corrosion-resistant equipment. Hafnium rod is a ductile, lustrous silver metal which can easily resist corrosion due to the presence of a tough, impenetrable oxide film on its surface.

Why Choose Us?

Professional Team

The company has many years of experience in technology and a high-quality work team, which can provide customers with timely and comprehensive service.

Quality Assurance

We maintain strict control over every stage, from raw material smelting to finished product export, to ensure the selection of high-quality metal materials and to meet the highest standards at every step.

Production Market

Our non-ferrous metals, such as tantalum, niobium, and titanium, are primarily exported to North America, Europe, and Asia.

Wide Range of Applications

Our products are widely used in a variety of fields, including electronics, metallurgy, chemicals, aerospace, biomedical engineering, and superconductivity, etc.

Parameters of Hafnium Rod

Item	Hafnium rods
Material	Pure Hafnium
Purity	99.95%
Size	Customized

Types of Hafnium Rod

Hafnium Titanium Alloy Rods

Hafnium titanium alloy rod is a Hafnium titanium alloy mainly composed of hafnium (Hf) and titanium (Ti). Hafnium titanium alloy is an excellent corrosion resistant structural material with a Neutron absorption alloy. After a multi pass forging process, it has been applied in various fields Nuclear reactor control rods, Aerospace grade alloy，Medical implant materials class.

Hafnium Rod

Hafnium rod is a rod-shaped metal material made of hafnium element, which has high melting point, high density, corrosion resistance, reactivity and other characteristics. It is widely used in nuclear industry, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, electronics industry and other fields.

Physical Properties of Hafnium Rod

Properties	Metric	Imperial
Density	13.31 g/cm3	0.4809 lb/in3
Melting point	2200 °C	3992°F
Boiling point	5200 °C	9392°F

Chemical Properties of Hafnium Rod

Chemical Data
CAS number	7440-58-6
Ionic radius	0.780 Å
Electronegativity	1.3
X-ray absorption edge	0.18981 Å

Applications of Hafnium Rod

Nuclear Industry:

Hafnium has good neutron absorption properties, so hafnium rods are commonly used in nuclear reactors as part of the control rods to help regulate the flow of neutrons in the reactor and maintain stable reactor operation.

Aerospace:

Hafnium rods are used in the aerospace industry to make high-temperature alloys and engine components.

Electronics and Semiconductor Industry:

Hafnium rods are used to manufacture semiconductor devices, especially in integrated circuits. It is used as a key material in transistor and fiber optic technology to enhance device performance and stability.

Chemical Industry:

Hafnium rods' corrosion resistance has led to their use in the chemical industry as a material for the manufacture of high-temperature, corrosion-resistant equipment and apparatus, such as reactors and piping.

Scientific Research and Testing:

Hafnium rods are widely used in materials science research and the melting of high-temperature alloys.

Safety Information of Hafnium Rod

INHALATION:

Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Seek medical attention.

SKIN:

Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with soap and water. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop or persist.

INGESTION:

Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

EYES:

Flush eyes with lukewarm water, including under upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop or persist.

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Storage Requirements of Hafnium Rod

When stored, hafnium needs to be in a cool, ventilated place, kept away from fire and/or heat sources.
Some compounds of hafnium are toxic and could cause health problems.
Handling facilities need to make sure they have good ventilation and that dust is removed from the air.

Packaging of Hafnium Rod

The Hafnium Rod is carefully placed in wooden cases or cartons with additional support from soft materials to prevent any shifting during transportation. This packaging method guarantees the integrity of the products throughout the delivery process.

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Q: How toxic is hafnium?

A: Hafnium metal has no known toxicity. The metal is completely insoluble in water, saline solutions or body chemicals. Exposure to hafnium can occur through inhalation, ingestion, and eye or skin contact. Overexposure to hafnium and its compounds may cause mild irritation of the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes.

Q: What is the critical temperature of hafnium?

A: Hafnium has very convenient properties for low-temperature applications, namely, a critical temperature close to 100 mK and a narrow width of the superconducting transition, which are required for the development of a TES detector.

Q: At what temperature does hafnium oxidize?

A: Hafnium oxidation rates at 760-mm oxygen pressure in the temperature range 350°–1200°C have been represented by logarithmic, parabolic, and linear-rate equations. The respective activation energies for the rate constants were 11.4, 36.0, and 26.1 kcal/mole.

Q: Is hafnium corrosion resistant?

A: The element hafnium is a silvery metal with a high density. Hafnium is a lustrous metal with the chemical symbol Hf. When exposed to air, it forms a durable oxide film which is highly resistant to corrosion.

Q: What are the properties and uses of hafnium?

A: A shiny, silvery metal that resists corrosion and can be drawn into wires. Hafnium is a good absorber of neutrons and is used to make control rods, such as those found in nuclear submarines. It also has a very high melting point and because of this is used in plasma welding torches.

Q: Does hafnium react with acid?

A: Hafnium is a lustrous, silvery, ductile metal that has a closely packed hexagonal crystal structure. The tough, dense oxide film on its surface helps to protect the metal from corrosion. The metal is also not affected by alkalis and acids except for hydrofluoric acid.

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