Zirconium Wire

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Zirconium Wire

Material: Pure Zr, ERZr2, ERZr3, ERZr4

Standard: AWS A5.24/A5.24M:2005, ASME SFA-5.24/SFA-5.24M

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Zirconium Wire is drawing from zirconium metal, with excellent corrosion resistance, high-temperature tolerance, and nuclear properties. It is commonly used as welding material. As a leading supplier and manufacturer of premium zirconium products, Heeger Materials leverages advanced technology to deliver high-purity zirconium wire for wide ranges of applications.

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Zirconium Wire Data Sheet

Reference:HMZZ1149
Material:Pure Zr, ERZr2, ERZr3, ERZr4
Purity:99.5%-99.99%
Diameter:0.1-8 mm
Standard:AWS A5.24/A5.24M:2005, ASME SFA-5.24/SFA-5.24M
Type:Straight, Coil, or Spooled
Temper:Annealed and Unannealed

Zirconium Wire

Zirconium (Zr) is an exceptionally corrosion-resistant metal, offering superior acid corrosion resistance compared to titanium and various steels, and is close to tantalum in performance. It demonstrates excellent resistance to hydrochloric acid at all concentrations and temperatures, even above its boiling point, and is highly resistant to crevice corrosion, pitting, and stress corrosion. Zirconium Wire is available in straight and coiled forms, widely used as welding material, nuclear materials, etc. HM can supply high-quality zirconium wires with various specifications for multiple applications.

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Zirconium Wire Material Composition

MaterialZr+HfHfFe+CrSnHNCONb
R60702/ERZr299.2%<4.5%<0.20%–<0.005%<0.015%<0.030%<0.15%–
R60704/ERZr397.5%<4.5%0.2-0.4%1.0-2.0%<0.005%<0.015%<0.030%<0.16%–
R60705/ERZr495.5%<4.5%<0.2%–<0.005%<0.015%<0.050%<0.16%2.0-3.0%

Zirconium Wire Specifications

Straight wireDiameter: Φ0.1-Φ8 mm
Length:  500-3000 mm
Coiled wireDiameter: Φ0.1-Φ8 mm
Length:  customized
NoteThe diameter and length can be customized according to specific requirements.

Zirconium Wire Mechanical Properties

MaterialTensile Strength, UltimateMpa (ksi)Tensile Strength, YieldMpa (ksi)Modulus of Elasticity Gpa (ksi)Shear Modulus Gpa (ksi)Elongation at Break
Zr 702450 (65.3)325 (47.1)99.3 (14400)36.2 (5250)32%
Zr 704530 (76.9)360 (52.2)99.3 (14400)36.2 (5250)22%
Zr 705600 (87.0)500 (72.5)97.9 (14200)34.5 (5000)20.0%

Zirconium Wire Production Process

  • Raw Material: Select high-purity zirconium powder.
  • Powder Metallurgy: Mix with binder and compact into a green billet.
  • Sintering: High-temperature sintering to remove the binder and increase density.
  • Drawing: Draw the rod to achieve the desired size and finish.
  • Heat Treatment: Anneal to relieve stress and enhance properties.
  • Surface Treatment: Clean and polish the surface.
  • Cutting & Customization: Cut or customize according to requirements.

Zirconium Wire Surface Finish

Depending on the intended applications, zirconium wire has three main surface finishes as follows:

  • Black: The surface is “as swaged” or “as drawn”, retaining a coating of processing lubricants and oxides.
  • Cleaned: The surface is chemically cleaned to remove all lubricants and oxides.
  • Ground: The surface is centerless ground to remove all coating and to achieve precise dimensions control.

Zirconium Wire Applications

  • Welding Industry: Zirconium wire is commonly used as a welding material due to its high temperature and corrosion resistance.
  • Nuclear Industry: Zirconium wire is applied as a cladding material for fuel rods in nuclear reactors, thanks to its radiation resistance and low neutron absorption properties.
  • Electronics Industry: Zirconium wire can be used as a support material for various electronic components, offering stability and durability in demanding environments.
  • Chemical Industry: Zirconium wire is used to make parts for chemical equipment, where its excellent resistance to corrosion and high temperatures is essential for performance.

Zirconium Wire Packaging

The Zirconium Wire is carefully placed in wooden cases or cartons with additional support from soft materials to prevent any shifting during transportation. This packaging method guarantees the integrity of the products throughout the delivery process.

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Zirconium Properties

ItemValue
Atomic number40
Crystal structureHexagonal close packed
Electronic structureKr 4d² 5s²
Valences shown2,3,4
Atomic weight( amu )91.22
Thermal neutron absorption cross-section( Barns )0.182
Photo-electric work function( eV )3.8
Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% )96/ 2.8
Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% )92/ 17.1
Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% )91/ 11.2
Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% )94/ 17.5
Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% )90/ 51.4
Atomic radius – Goldschmidt( nm )0.16
Ionisation potential( No./eV )4/ 34.34
Ionisation potential( No./eV )Jun-99
Ionisation potential( No./eV )2/ 13.13
Ionisation potential( No./eV )1/ 6.84
Ionisation potential( No./eV )5/ 81.5
Ionisation potential( No./eV )3/ 22.99
ItemValue
Material conditionPolycrystalline
Material conditionSoft
Poisson’s ratio0.38
Poisson’s ratio0.38
Bulk modulus( GPa )89.8
Bulk modulus( GPa )89.8
Tensile modulus( GPa )98
Tensile modulus( GPa )98
Hardness – Vickers( kgf mm⁻² )85-100
Tensile strength( MPa )350-390
Yield strength( MPa )250-310
ItemValue
Electrical resistivity( µOhmcm )44@20@20°C
Superconductivity critical temperature( K )0.61
Temperature coefficient( K⁻¹ )0.0044@0-100°C
Thermal emf against Pt (cold 0C – hot 100C)( mV )1.17
ItemValue
Boiling point( °C )4377
Density( gcm⁻³ )6.49@20°C
ElementValue
Melting point( °C )1852
Latent heat of evaporation( J g⁻¹ )6360
Latent heat of fusion( J g⁻¹ )211
Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ )281@25°C
Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ )22.7@0-100°C
Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ )5.9@0-100°C

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To customize your zirconium wire, please provide the following details:

  1. Diameter (for the wire)
  2. Length (Indicate the length you need)
  3. Purity (Specify the purity of material required.)
  4. Form (Straight, coiled, or spooled)
  5. Surface Finish (polished, rough, oxide-coated, etc.)
  6. Quantity of the products you need
  7. Alternatively, you can provide a drawing with your specifications.

Once we have these details, we can provide you with a quote within 24 hours.

We carry a wide variety of zirconium and zirconium alloy products in stock, and for these, there is generally no minimum order requirement. However, for custom orders, we typically set a minimum order value of $200. The lead time for stock items is usually 1-2 weeks, while custom orders usually take 3-4 weeks, depending on the specifics of the order.

DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement) compliance is primarily concerned with the sourcing of materials for defense-related applications in the United States. According to DFARS, certain materials used in defense must be sourced from the United States or qualifying countries.

If you have specific molybdenum materials that are subject to DFARS, please let us know in advance and we will confirm.

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Heeger Materials Inc., established in 2016 in Colorado, USA, is a specialized supplier and manufacturer of tantalum and tantalum alloys. With extensive expertise in supply and export, we offer competitive pricing and customized solutions tailored to specific requirements, ensuring outstanding quality and customer satisfaction. As a professional provider of refractory metals, specialty alloys, spherical powders, and various advanced materials, we serve the research, development, and large-scale industrial production needs of the scientific and industrial sectors.

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