NB1320 Superconducting niobium rods and ingots

Description of Superconducting Niobium Rods and Bars

Superconducting Niobium Rods and Bars are manufactured from high-purity niobium, which is recognised for its superconducting properties. These rods and bars exhibit zero electrical resistance at low temperatures, thereby serving as essential components in various superconducting applications such as particle accelerators, MRI machines and quantum computers. Their high critical temperature and critical magnetic field ensure stable and efficient superconducting performance. Stanford Advanced Materials specialises in the production of superconducting niobium rods and bars in premium quality and thereby meets the stringent requirements of research laboratories and high-tech industries for reliable superconducting materials.

Specifications for Superconducting Niobium Rods and Blocks

Residual Resistivity Ratio (RRR): ≥300

Dimensions: Ø200-295 ×1500 mm

Applications of Superconducting Niobium Rods and Bars

1. Particle Accelerators: They are used in superconducting radio frequency resonators (SRF) for particle acceleration in accelerators such as the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and synchrotron light sources.

2. MRI Machines: They are employed in the construction of superconducting magnets for magnetic resonance imaging systems (MRI) in healthcare facilities, thereby providing high-resolution images for medical diagnosis.

3. Quantum Computers: Owing to their superconducting properties, they are employed as qubit components in quantum computer systems, thereby enabling the development of high-speed computers with low energy consumption.

4. Magnetic Levitation Trains (Maglev): They are utilised in magnetic levitation systems for high-speed trains, thereby ensuring smooth movement and efficient transport.

5. Energy Storage: They are employed in superconducting magnetic energy storage systems (SMES) for efficient energy storage and delivery, thereby contributing to grid stabilisation and the integration of renewable energies.

6. High-Energy Physics Research: They are applied in experiments to investigate fundamental particles and forces, for instance in particle physics laboratories and colliders.

7. Electromagnetic Shielding: They are used in magnetic shielding to protect sensitive electronic devices against external electromagnetic interference.

Packaging of Superconducting Niobium Rods and Bars

Our superconducting niobium rods and bars are clearly labelled and marked to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid damage that may occur during storage or transport.