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Tantalum
Tantalum
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The tantalum is a rare refractory metal, recognized for having one of the highest levels of corrosion resistance of any metal. Inert to virtually all acids and perfectly tolerated by the body, it is widely used in chemistry, medicine, and advanced electronics.
What is tantalum?
The tantalum (symbol Ta, atomic number 73) is a dense, bluish-gray metal that owes its properties to the protective oxide layer that naturally forms on its surface. It is often associated with niobium, to which it is metallurgically similar.
Forms of tantalum are:
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The Properties of Tantalum
Extreme corrosion resistance
This is the defining property of tantalum. It is resistant to virtually all acids and aggressive chemicals (with the exception of hydrofluoric acid), making it a go-to material for reactors, heat exchangers, and equipment in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
Biocompatibility
The tantalum is not affected by bodily fluids and does not cause rejection. This biocompatibility makes it a material of choice for surgical implants, prosthetics, and medical devices.
High melting point and forming
With a melting point of nearly 3,000 °C, tantalum can withstand extreme temperatures. Yet it remains malleable when hot, which allows for the production of complex and precise parts, including custom-made.
What are the industrial applications of tantalum?
Because of its unique properties, tantalum is used in many industries to manufacture:
- reactors, heat exchangers, and equipment for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries
- capacitors and electronic components
- implants, prosthetics, and instruments for the medical sector
- parts for the aerospace and defense industries
- components for the nuclear industry
Applications
- Nuclear Industry
- Oil
- Medical Sector
Available Sizes
- Round bars
- Plates
- Flat-bottomed
- Strips
- Custom-made: blanks, blocks, discs, parts made to specifications
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