Description
Crystalline Boron (B) Micron Powder – Purity: 99+%, Average Particle Size: 6 µm
Our Crystalline Boron Micron Powder features a high purity level of 99% and an average particle size of 6 microns. This fine black/brown crystalline powder is renowned for its extreme hardness, high melting point, and thermal/electrical resistance, making it ideal for demanding applications in aerospace, ceramics, advanced energy systems, and defense sectors.
Technical Specifications:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical Formula | B |
| Molecular Weight | 10.811 |
| Purity | ≥99% |
| Appearance | Black/Brown powder |
| Form | Crystalline powder |
| Average Particle Size | 6 µm |
| Density (crystalline) | 2.34 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | ~2100 °C (3812 °F) |
| Boiling Point | ~2600 °C (4712 °F) |
| Electrical Resistivity | 1.5 × 10¹² μΩ·cm at 20 °C |
| Mohs Hardness | 9.3 (at 20 °C) |
| Storage Conditions | Room Temperature (RT) |
Elemental Composition (%):
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Boron (B) | ≥99.00 |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.10 |
| Aluminum (Al) | 0.10 |
| Calcium (Ca) | 0.09 |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.05 |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 0.29 |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.001 |
| Tin (Sn) | 0.001 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.0006 |
Key Applications:
Crystalline Boron’s advanced thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties make it highly versatile:
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Aerospace & Defense: Used in composite materials and lightweight structures requiring superior heat and wear resistance.
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Ceramics Industry: Enhances mechanical strength, thermal stability, and wear resistance in ceramic formulations.
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Nuclear Applications: Acts as a neutron absorber in reactor control and radiation shielding components.
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Fuel & Energetic Systems: An ignition enhancer in propellants, pyrotechnics, charcoal briquettes, torches, and flares.
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Corrosion Inhibition: Boron compounds derived from this powder are effective in anti-freeze, hydraulic fluids, and brake fluids by protecting ferrous components from corrosion.
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Abrasive Materials: Its extreme hardness makes it ideal for high-speed cutting tools and surface treatments.
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Photoelectric & Electrochemical Fields: Useful in fuel cells, electrolytic condensation, photography, and tanning due to its unique electrical and thermal properties.
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Biocide & Pest Control: Boron-based compounds offer a physically destructive, non-toxic solution to pest control.