Zirconium Wire
Zirconium Wire
Material: Pure Zr, ERZr2, ERZr3, ERZr4
Standard: AWS A5.24/A5.24M:2005, ASME SFA-5.24/SFA-5.24M
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.
Zirconium Wire Material Composition
| Material | Zr+Hf | Hf | Fe+Cr | Sn | H | N | C | O | Nb |
| R60702/ERZr2 | 99.2% | <4.5% | <0.20% | – | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.030% | <0.15% | – |
| R60704/ERZr3 | 97.5% | <4.5% | 0.2-0.4% | 1.0-2.0% | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.030% | <0.16% | – |
| R60705/ERZr4 | 95.5% | <4.5% | <0.2% | – | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.050% | <0.16% | 2.0-3.0% |
Zirconium Wire Specifications
| Straight wire | Diameter: Φ0.1-Φ8 mm Length: 500-3000 mm |
| Coiled wire | Diameter: Φ0.1-Φ8 mm Length: customized |
| Note | The diameter and length can be customized according to specific requirements. |
Zirconium Wire Mechanical Properties
| Material | Tensile Strength, UltimateMpa (ksi) | Tensile Strength, YieldMpa (ksi) | Modulus of Elasticity Gpa (ksi) | Shear Modulus Gpa (ksi) | Elongation at Break |
| Zr 702 | 450 (65.3) | 325 (47.1) | 99.3 (14400) | 36.2 (5250) | 32% |
| Zr 704 | 530 (76.9) | 360 (52.2) | 99.3 (14400) | 36.2 (5250) | 22% |
| Zr 705 | 600 (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.
Zirconium Properties
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