TA8004 Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) 15-53 μm

Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) 15-53 μm Description

Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) with a controlled particle size distribution of 15–53 μm is engineered for advanced manufacturing. Renowned for its significant corrosion resistance, high melting point, and excellent biocompatibility, this powder is suitable for demanding industries such as aerospace, medical, and electronics. It maintains a purity of ≥99%, and can be customised to meet specific project requirements, ensuring optimal performance across a wide range of applications. Produced under strict quality standards, our Spherical Tantalum Powder delivers consistent flowability, uniform particle morphology, and reliable material characteristics. These qualities support enhanced process control in additive manufacturing, thermal spray, and press-and-sinter operations. When stability, strength, and repeatability are vital, our premium Tantalum powder provides the reliability and excellence you need for product development.

Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) 15-53 μm Applications

Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) 15-53 μm offers consistent flow characteristics, robust sinterability, and outstanding versatility for advanced part manufacturing. Its properties such as significant corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, and ductility ensure reliability in critical applications, enabling complex part geometry and exceptional durability in demanding environments. With a high melting point and exceptional chemical inertness, this powder is increasingly valued across industries, from medical devices to aerospace components.

1. Additive Manufacturing Applications

·         3D Printing: Utilises Ta’s significant corrosion resistance and biocompatibility for complex medical implants and custom aerospace components.

·         Selective Laser Melting: Produces high-density parts by exploiting Ta’s high melting point and mechanical stability.

·         Electron Beam Melting: Allows faster, near-net shape production of highly intricate geometries with minimal waste.

2. Powder Metallurgy Applications

·         Metal Injection Moulding: Enables the creation of small, precise parts due to Ta’s ductility and significant sinterability.

·         Hot Isostatic Pressing: Improves mechanical properties by applying uniform pressure and heat, taking advantage of Ta’s robust microstructure.

·         Press and Sinter: Offers efficient consolidation of tantalum powders for components needing reliable strength and corrosion resistance.

3. Thermal Spray Applications

·         Plasma Spray Coatings: Provides protective coatings resistant to oxidation and high temperatures, enhancing part longevity.

·         HVOF Coatings: Delivers dense, wear-resistant layers on critical surfaces, utilising Ta’s high hardness and inertness.

Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) 15-53 μm Packaging

Each batch of spherical Tantalum Powder (15-53 μm) is carefully sealed in robust, vacuum-packed aluminium foil pouches, effectively preventing oxidation and contamination. The powder is further protected with shock-absorbent fillers and desiccants to maintain dryness. A sturdy, sealed outer container offers extra defence. Customisable packaging sizes and configurations are available to meet specific requirements, ensuring safe, reliable transport under a moisture-free environment.

Packaging: Vacuum sealed, Plastic Bottles, or Customised.

Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) 15-53 μm FAQs

Q1: What are the key material properties of Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) 15-53 μm?
A1: Tantalum is a refractory metal with a high melting point (about 3,017°C), excellent bioinertness, and robust corrosion resistance. Spherical Ta particles in the 15-53 µm range have a uniform shape that enhances flow characteristics, ensuring consistent layer formation in additive manufacturing processes. They also exhibit a high specific gravity (16.6 g/cm³) and good ductility, making them suitable for various high-performance applications.
Q2: How can this Ta powder be processed or fabricated?
A2: This spherical Ta powder is commonly used in powder-bed fusion, directed energy deposition, and metal injection moulding. Its flowability and controlled particle size distribution ensure high packing density and improved build quality. Careful parameter optimisation, including laser power, scan speed, and layer thickness, is critical in additive manufacturing, while sintering-based approaches rely on the material's high purity and uniform morphology for consistent part density.
Q3: Which quality standards and certifications apply to Spherical Tantalum Powder (Ta) 15-53 μm?
A3: Manufacturers typically produce this powder under rigorous controls adhering to ISO 9001 quality management systems. Additionally, aerospace or medical applications may require compliance with AS9100 or ISO 13485, respectively. Particle size distribution is verified via laser diffraction, while purity assessment often involves inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis. Lot-to-lot consistency, traceability, and compliance with relevant ASTM standards are crucial for acceptance in critical industries.

Related Information

1. Raw Materials - Tantalum Ore

Tantalum is a valuable metal used in various industrial applications. It is extracted from ore through mining and processing operations. Stanford Advanced Materials sources high-grade materials from reliable suppliers, ensuring quality and consistency in our powder products.

2. Powder Production Methods

Several methods are used to produce Tantalum powder, including Atomisation. Each method results in different particle characteristics such as size distribution, shape, and surface properties. The production method is selected based on the intended application requirements.