TECHNOLOGY METAL
Zirconium
ZrZirconium is a lustrous, corrosion-resistant metal primarily used as cladding for nuclear fuel rods due to its low neutron absorption cross-section. It is also used in ceramics, chemical processing equipment, and surgical instruments.
Product Specifications
PURITY99.5% – 99.9%
FORMSponge, Crystal Bar
Physical Properties
Atomic Number40
Atomic Weight91.224 g/mol
Melting Point1855°C
Density6.52 g/cm³
Applications
Nuclear fuel cladding, Ceramics, Chemical processing
Nuclear Energy
Ceramics
Chemical Processing
Medical
Available Grades
Reactor Grade (Zr + Hf < 0.02%)
Standard Grade (99.5%)
Crystal Bar (99.9%)
Key Use Cases
1.Nuclear fuel rod cladding (Zircaloy)
2.Ceramic dental crowns and bridges (ZrO₂)
3.Chemical process equipment (corrosion-resistant)
4.Refractory crucibles for metal casting
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- Very low neutron absorption
- Excellent corrosion resistance
- High melting point
- Resistant to most acids and alkalis
Supply Information
MINIMUM ORDER50 kg
SOURCING REGIONS
AustraliaSouth AfricaUSAIndia
Certifications
ISO 9001:2015
ASTM B493/B550
Nuclear Grade
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