Molybdenum Sheet Description
Molybdenum is a grey metal with a very high melting point. Its melting point is lower than that of tungsten and tantalum. It occurs in several oxidation states in minerals, but it is not found as a free metal in nature. Molybdenum can be converted into hard, stable carbides. Consequently, it is used in the production of steel alloys, high-strength alloys and superalloys. Molybdenum compounds normally have low water solubility. In industry, they are employed in high-pressure and high-temperature applications such as pigments and catalysts.
Molybdenum sheets possess high strength, a uniform internal structure and good creep resistance at elevated temperatures. Consequently, they can be used in electronics, heat shields, molybdenum boats, molybdenum crucibles, etc. The key process for producing quality molybdenum sheets depends on high-grade raw materials, standard operating procedures and proper production methods.
Molybdenum Sheet Specifications
Thk. (inches)
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Max. Width (inches)
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Max. Length (inches)
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Thk. Tolerance (inches)
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<0.004
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12
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72
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+/- 0.0004
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0.004 - 0.006
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16
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96
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+/- 0.0005
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0.006 - 0.010
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24
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132
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+/- 10%
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0.010 - 0.090
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30
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132
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+/- 0.005
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Typical Dimensions
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.001′ x 12′ Coil
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.002′ x 12′ Coil
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.003′ x 12′ Coil
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.005′ x 12′ x 36′
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.005′ x 24′ Coil
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.010′ x 24′ Coil
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.015′ x 24′ Coil
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.020′ x 24′ Coil
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.025′ x 24′ R/L
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.030′ x 24′ R/L
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.040′ x 24′ R/L
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.060′ x 24′ R/L
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.080′ x 24′ R/L
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.090′ x 24′ R/L
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.125′ x 12′ R/L
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.150′ x 12′ R/L
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Custom dimensions are available in addition to the standard sizes.
Applications of Molybdenum Sheets
Molybdenum sheets (Mo-sheets) are used in various industrial applications. They are employed in the aerospace industry for manufacturing aircraft components and in the production of electronic components and semiconductors. Their high melting point and thermal conductivity allow them to be used in high-temperature environments. They are also used for the production of heating elements and oven components and serve as an important material in metallurgy. Molybdenum sheets contribute to improved performance and reliability in several technological and industrial sectors.
Molybdenum Sheet Packaging
Our molybdenum sheets are handled carefully to minimise damage during storage and transport, thereby preserving the quality of our products in their original state.