Description
Boron (B) Micron Powder – 99% Purity, –325 Mesh, Amorphous
Boron Micron Powder, with a particle size of –325 mesh and 99% purity, is an amorphous elemental powder known for its exceptional hardness, high melting point, and unique electrical resistivity. It is widely used across advanced industries such as aerospace, ceramics, fuel systems, and nuclear technology due to its stability under extreme conditions and its capability to enhance structural performance, energy output, and material integrity.
Key Technical Specifications:
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Purity: 99%
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Particle Size: –325 mesh
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Form: Amorphous Powder
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CAS Number: 7440-42-8
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Melting Point: 2600 °C
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Boiling Point: 2100 °C
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Electrical Resistivity: 4 × 10⁶ μΩ·cm
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Mohs Hardness (@ 20°C): 9.3
Features & Benefits:
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Ultra-High Hardness: Rated 9.3 on the Mohs scale, nearly as hard as diamond.
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High Thermal Stability: Melting point of 2600 °C makes it ideal for high-temperature processes.
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Amorphous Structure: Offers enhanced reactivity and surface area for chemical or energetic applications.
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Excellent Electrical Insulator: Very high resistivity allows use in specialized electronic and nuclear components.
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Fine Particle Distribution: –325 mesh ensures excellent dispersion in composites and ceramic systems.
Applications:
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Aerospace & Defense:
Used in lightweight high-strength composites, solid rocket propellants, and thermal protection systems. -
Ceramics & Advanced Materials:
Enhances strength and thermal resistance in boron carbide ceramics, glass composites, and sintered materials. -
Energy & Fuel Systems:
Acts as a high-energy fuel additive for propulsion systems due to its exceptional calorific value. -
Nuclear Applications:
Utilized as a neutron absorber in control rods and shielding due to boron’s high neutron cross-section.