Chung Metals, a trusted manufacturer and supplier based in Da Nang, Vietnam, proudly offers premium-quality Zirconium Bars and Rods to its valued customers. With a strong commitment to excellence and a customer-focused approach, the company delivers products that demonstrate exceptional resistance to corrosion and erosion, ensuring long-lasting performance even in the most demanding environments. Engineered to meet international standards, Chung Metals’ Zirconium Bars and Rods are well-suited for chemical processing, aerospace applications, medical technologies, and other specialized industries. Combining precision, reliability, and durability, Chung Metals stands as a dependable partner for sourcing the finest Zirconium materials.
The major element in the Zirconium Bar and Rod (Zr) in the purity level of 99.5 to 99.9%. Impurities include Fe ≤ 0.15%, Cr ≤ 0.1%, Ni ≤ 0.1%, etc., and some traces of O and C. The metal possesses an excellent property for corrosion, which is ideal in aggressive surroundings like acids. Its mechanical properties are high tensile strength between 350 MPa and 900 MPa, good ductility, and excellent resistance to fatigue. In addition, it retains strength at elevated temperatures and has a low thermal neutron absorption cross-section.
| Standards : | ASTM B493 |
| Size : | 5.0mm diameter x L |
| Specification : | ASTM B550/550M-07 |
| Length : | 2m, 2.44m, 3m, or as required |
| Surface : | Turning, Grinding |
| Grade | Zr+Hf | Hf | Fe+Cr | Sn | H | N | C | O | Nb |
| R60702 | 99.2% | <4.5% | <0.20% | – | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.030% | <0.15% | – |
| R60704 | 97.5% | <4.5% | 0.2-0.4% | 1.0-2.0% | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.030% | <0.16% | – |
| R60705 | 95.5% | <4.5% | <0.2% | – | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.050% | <0.16% | 2.0-3.0% |
| Molecular Weight | 91.22 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White |
| Melting Point | 1852 °C |
| Boiling Point | 3580 °C |
| Density | 6506 kg/m3 |
| Solubility in H2O | N/A |
| Electrical Resistivity | 40.0 microhm-cm @ 20 oC °C |
| Electronegativity | 1.4 Paulings |
| Heat of Fusion | 5.50 Cal/gm mole |
| Heat of Vaporization | 120 K-Cal/gm atom at 4377 °C |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.34 |
| Specific Heat | 0.0671 Cal/g/K @ 25 oC °C |
| Tensile Strength | 230 MPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.227 W/cm/K @ 298.2 K |
| Thermal Expansion | (25 °C) 5.7 µm·m-1·K-1 |
| Vickers Hardness | 903 MPa |
| Young’s Modulus | 88 GPa |
Yes, Zirconium bars can be welded. It requires specialized techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) to ensure good weld quality, as it is highly reactive at elevated temperatures.
To maintain zirconium rods, keep them clean and free of contaminants. Store in a dry, cool environment. Avoid mechanical damage and ensure proper handling to prevent oxidation or corrosion.
Zirconium bars are generally resistant to galvanic corrosion due to their high corrosion resistance properties. However, when paired with more reactive metals, galvanic corrosion may still occur.
Zirconium bar and rod alloys are highly valued across industries for their superior strength and excellent corrosion resistance. In the nuclear sector, they are primarily used as fuel cladding due to their exceptionally low neutron absorption properties. In chemical processing, their outstanding resistance to acids and alkalis makes them ideal for reactors, piping systems, and heat exchangers. The aerospace industry also benefits from zirconium alloys, utilizing them in components exposed to extreme temperatures and harsh conditions. In the medical field, zirconium is widely used for implants, as its biocompatibility minimizes the risk of rejection. Durable and resistant to corrosion, zirconium finds versatile applications across multiple advanced industries.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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