Tantal

About Tantalum (Ta)

• Symbol: Ta
• Atomic Number: 73
• Atomic Mass: 180.94788
• Category: Transition Metal

Tantalum is a metal that exhibits a bluish-grey colour. It demonstrates measurable ductility and resists corrosion. Tantalum conducts heat and electricity efficiently. It is used in refractory metal applications given that its physical properties are well documented in technical studies.

Tantalum Product Applications

Electronics and Additional Applications

Tantalum is mainly employed in the manufacture of electronic components, particularly capacitors and resistors for high-performance uses. Its inclusion in these components improves their operational efficiency and reliability, as verified by empirical data.

Enhancement Through Alloying

Tantalum is added to alloy formulations. These alloys exhibit improved properties, including increased strength, ductility, elevated melting point and enhanced corrosion resistance. Consequently, its use supports material specifications required by various industrial sectors.

Beyond Industry: Tantalum in Medical Applications

Tantalum is processed into fine forms for use in precise surgical procedures. Its ability to be fabricated into thin components has resulted in its application in certain medical interventions, thereby contributing to standardised clinical methods.

Tantalum Oxide as a Protective Coating

Tantalum Oxide (also known as Tantalum Pentoxide, Ta2O5) is utilised for its resistance to corrosive environments. It does not react with acids and is applied as a coating to maintain surface integrity over extended periods.

Precision and Performance: Tantalum Carbide in Tool Manufacturing

Tantalum Carbide (TaC) is used in the fabrication of high-speed machine tools. Its incorporation increases tool strength and maintains dimensional accuracy during machining processes.

Tantalum serves several functions across industry, technology and medicine. Its use contributes to measured improvements in component performance and material durability.

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) now offers a range of tantalum products, including:

Pure Tantalum:

Forms: lump, ingot, foil, strip, sheet, plate, tube, pipe, capillary, rod, bar, wire, wire mesh, disc, mesh, crucible, flange, marking tape, tape, powder, single crystal

Purity: Ta ≥ 99.9%

Tantalum Alloys:

Forms: foil, tape, sheet, plate, panel, tube, pipe, rod, bar, wire, disc, powder, etc.

Available in various forms.

Tantalum Compounds and Catalysts:

Tantalum Oxide (Tantalum Pentoxide, Ta2O5): Powder, 3N–5N

Tantalum Chloride (Tantalum Pentachloride, TaCl5): Powder, > 99.9%

Tantalum Carbide (TaC): Powder, > 99%

Tantalum Silicide (TaSi2): Powder, ≥ 99.9%

Lithium Tantalate Discs (LiTaO3 discs)

Tantalum Evaporation Materials:

Ta, Ta/Al, Ta/Mo, Ta2O5, TaN, TaC, TaSi2, TaS2, TaB2, TaSe2, TaTe2, etc.

Purity: ≥ 99.9%

Other Tantalum Products

Lithium Tantalate Wafer, Tantalum Single Crystal, Potassium Tantalate (KTaO3) Crystal Substrates, etc.

Purity: ≥ 99.9%

Tantalum Video:

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