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MetalsTek Engineering specializes in providing quality Iridium products with high purity and competitive prices.
Material: Ir CAS# 7439-88-5, or Iridium Alloys (Ir/Rh10, Pt/Ir10, pt/Ir20)
Purity: Ir>99.96%
Sizes: Diameter 0.05~6.00mm * Length
Main Applications: Filaments, Heaters
Iridium Wire is a specialized form of iridium, a rare and precious metal known for its exceptional properties, including high melting point, corrosion resistance, and electrical conductivity. The wire typically features a resistivity of 6.03×10-2Ωmm2/m, a tensile strength of 1,493MPa, and an elongation range of 10% to 20%. Iridium Wire is typically manufactured through extrusion or drawing, resulting in a thin and flexible wire with diameters ranging from micrometers to millimeters.
Due to its unique properties, Iridium Wire finds applications in various industries and fields, including aerospace, electronics, medical devices, and research. Typical uses include electrical contacts, spark plugs, thermocouples, and specialized wire electrodes for scientific experiments and analytical instrumentation. Additionally, Iridium Wire is valued for its durability and reliability in demanding environments, making it indispensable in critical applications where performance and longevity are paramount.
| Rh | 42 | Au | 3 | Zr | 2 |
| Pd | 22 | Cr | 3 | B | <2 |
| Zn | 21 | Ni | 3 | Cd | <2 |
| Pt | 18 | Os | 3 | Mn | <2 |
| Ru | 15 | Sn | 3 | As | <2 |
| Sb | 11 | Cu | 3 | Co | <2 |
| Al | 7 | Pb | 3 | Mo | <2 |
| Ca | 6 | Mg | 2 | Te | <2 |
| Se | 5 | Bi | 2 | ||
| Si | 4 | Ag | 2 |
Electrical Properties
Electrical resistivity ( µOhmcm ): 5.1@20°C
Superconductivity critical temperature ( K ): 0.1100
Temperature coefficient ( K⁻¹ ): 0.00450 @0-100°C
Thermal emf against Pt (cold 0C – hot 100C) ( mV ): 0.65
Thermal Properties
Coefficient of thermal expansion ( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ): 6.800 @0-100°C
Latent heat of evaporation ( J g⁻¹ ): 3186
Latent heat of fusion ( J g⁻¹ ): 135.00
Specific heat ( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ ): 133.0 @25°C
Thermal conductivity ( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ): 147.00 @0-100°C
Mechanical Properties
Bulk modulus ( GPa ) ( Hard ): 371.0
Bulk modulus ( GPa ) ( Soft ): 371.0
Hardness – Vickers ( KGF mm⁻² ) ( Hard ): 650
Hardness – Vickers ( KGF mm⁻² ) ( Soft ): 200 – 300
Material condition: Soft
Material condition: Hard
Poisson’s ratio ( Hard ): 0.260
Poisson’s ratio ( Soft ): 0.260
Tensile modulus ( GPa ) ( Hard ): 528.00
Tensile modulus ( GPa ) ( Soft ): 528.00
Tensile strength ( MPa ) ( Hard ): 1200.00
Tensile strength ( MPa ) ( Soft ): 550.00 – 1100.00
Iridium Wire is critical in various industries and scientific fields, and its unique combination of properties meets specific performance requirements.
Our Iridium Wires are clearly labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. To prevent any damage during storage or transportation, we take great care.