Antimony Metal

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Antimony Powder, Sb

Antimony Powder, Sb

Material: Antimony, CAS# 7440-36-0

Purity: 99.7%~99.999%

Properties: 6.7g/cc Density, 630.63°C/1,167.13°F M.P., 24.4 W/(m⋅K) Thermal Conductivity

Shape: Powder, Spherical Powder

Sizes: 50nm~3μm

Applications of Antimony Powder

Antimony metal powder is widely used in the semiconductor industry to produce infrared detectors, diodes, and hall-effect devices. It is also used as an alloy to increase the hardness and strength of lead, which is commonly used in storage batteries. In addition to industrial applications, antimony is used for cosmetic purposes, such as darkening the brows and lashes, or as an eye liner. It also has significant applications in print and pigment industries.

Spherical Antimony Powder, Sb

Spherical Antimony Powder, Sb

Material: Antimony, CAS# 7440-36-0

Purity: 99.9%

Properties: 6.7g/cc Density, 630.63°C/1,167.13°F M.P.

Shape: Powder, Spherical Powder

Sizes: 50nm, 1~3μm

Antimony Pieces and Ingots

Antimony Pieces and Ingots

Material: Antimony, CAS# 7440-36-0

Purity: 99.7%~99.99999%

Properties: 6.7g/cc Density, 630.63°C/1,167.13°F M.P., 24.4 W/(m⋅K) Thermal Conductivity

Shape: Pieces, Chunks, Ingots

Sizes: Tailored Size

Antimony Metal Specifications

Item No.

Description

Purity

Sb-2N65

Antimony Metal Ingot

99.65%, Pb < 0.30%, As < 0.10%, Fe < 0.03%

Sb-2N85

Antimony Metal Ingot

99.85%, Pb < 0.10%, As < 0.05%, Fe < 0.02%

Sb-2N

Antimony Metal Ingot

99.90%

Sb-R82

High Lead-Antimony Metal Ingot

Sb: 88-93%, Pb: 6-10%, As < 0.8%, Cu < 0.2%, Fe < 0.25%, S < 0.2

Sb-5N

Antimony Metal (Ingot, powder, lump, particle)

For semiconductor applications;

99.999%

Sb-6N

Antimony Metal (Ingot, powder, lump, particle)

For semiconductor applications;

99.9999%

Sb-7N

Antimony Metal (Ingot, powder, lump, particle)

For semiconductor applications;

99.99999%

Description

Antimony is a unique semimetal with atomic number 51 in the periodic table. It has several distinctive properties, including low thermal conductivity, high electrical resistance, and a bluish-white metallic luster. Antimony plays a vital role in various industries due to its industrial and chemical applications. It is widely used in flame retardants, batteries, semiconductors, and alloys. Antimony’s exceptional properties make it particularly valuable in the production of lead-acid batteries, where it improves the battery’s durability and performance. It is also used in semiconductor manufacturing, where it acts as a dopant to modify the electrical properties of silicon. Additionally, its use in alloys improves the mechanical properties of metals, making them more resistant to corrosion and wear. Despite its toxicity, careful handling and responsible management ensure its safe and effective utilization across various industrial sectors, highlighting its significance in modern technology and materials science.

Antimony Metal Applications

Antimony Metal Applications

Antimony Metal finds applications across various industries due to its unique properties and versatile nature. Some key applications include:

  1. Alloys:Antimony is commonly used as an alloying element in lead and tin alloys to improve their mechanical properties. For example, lead-antimony alloys are utilized in batteries, ammunition, and soldering materials due to their increased hardness, strength, and corrosion resistance.
  2. Flame Retardants:Antimony compounds, particularly antimony trioxide (Sb2O3), are widely used as flame retardants in plastics, textiles, and building materials. These compounds inhibit the spread of fire by releasing water vapor and forming a protective layer on the material’s surface.
  3. Semiconductors:Antimony is employed as a dopant in semiconductor materials, such as silicon, to modify their electrical properties. Antimony-doped silicon is utilized in the production of diodes, infrared detectors, and other electronic devices due to its ability to enhance conductivity and control charge carrier concentration.
  4. Batteries:Antimony plays a crucial role in lead-acid batteries, where it is added to the lead grids to improve their mechanical strength and reduce grid corrosion. This enhances the battery’s durability and performance, making it suitable for applications in automotive, telecommunications, and backup power systems.
  5. Catalysts:Antimony compounds are utilized as catalysts in various chemical reactions, including the production of polyester resins, polyethylene terephthalate (PET), and the oxidation of ethylene to ethylene oxide. These catalysts facilitate the reaction process and improve product yields.
  6. Pigments:Antimony compounds are used as pigments in paints, ceramics, and plastics due to their bright colors and heat stability. Antimony-based pigments, such as antimony vermilion (Sb2S3), are valued for their vibrant red hue and resistance to fading.
  7. Glass and Ceramics:Antimony oxide (Sb2O3) is added to glass and ceramic formulations to improve their optical properties, increase refractive index, and enhance mechanical strength. Antimony-containing glasses are utilized in optical lenses, cathode ray tubes, and infrared optics.

Packaging

Our Antimony Metals are clearly labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. We take great care to prevent any damage during storage or transportation.

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