Palladium Powder

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Nano Palladium Powder

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Material: Palladium, CAS # 7440-05-3

Purity: 99.9%

Properties: Black, Spherical

APS: <80 nm

Main Applications: Metallurgical Deoxidizer, Abrasive Tools

Palladium Sponge Powder

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Material: Palladium, CAS # 7440-05-3

Purity: 99.9%, 99.95%, 99.99%

Properties: Black, Spherical

 

Chemical Compositions

Chemical Compositions

Pd≥99.90%≥99.95%≥99.99%
Pt≤0.03%≤0.02%≤0.003%
Rh≤0.03%≤0.02%≤0.002%
Ir≤0.03%≤0.02%≤0.002%
Ru≤0.03%≤0.02%≤0.003%
Au≤0.05%≤0.01%≤0.002%
Ag≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.001%
Cu≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.001%
Ni≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.001%
Fe≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.001%
Pb≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.001%
Al≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.003%
Si≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.003%
Mn≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.002%
Cr≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.002%
Mg≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.002%
Sn≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.002%
Zn≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.002%
Bi≤0.01%≤0.005%≤0.002%

Description

Palladium Powder, a versatile material with unique properties, is widely utilized across industries for its exceptional characteristics. With a purity of 99.95%, particle size ranging from 80 nanometers to 0.8 microns, and an odorless nature, this powder is a critical component in various applications. Its excellent electrical conductivity, oxidation resistance, and fine particle size make it ideal for catalytic converters in automotive applications, electrical contacts in electronics, and as a fundamental catalytic metal in chemical production processes. The powder’s high purity and specific particle size contribute to its effectiveness in diverse industrial processes, showcasing its importance and widespread use.

More About Sponge Palladium Powder

Palladium sponges exhibit high porosities, with 75-95% of their volume being space. These sponges are readily available in various volumes, produced by injecting gas or incorporating a foaming agent into molten metal, creating a stabilized froth. They are offered in high purity, submicron, and nanopowder forms, with typical or custom packaging options. Notably, palladium can absorb up to 900 times its volume of hydrogen at room temperature and atmospheric pressure, making it an efficient storage medium for hydrogen and isotopes like tritium.

Platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, and iridium are also available in sponge or powder forms. The coarseness varies depending on the manufacturer, and they are typically supplied in sealed containers of different sizes.

Applications of Palladium Powder

Palladium Powder finds a multitude of applications across various industries due to its unique properties. As a manufacturer and supplier of rare earths, metals, and materials, you’re likely aware of its significance in several fields. Let’s explore some key applications:

  1. Catalysis:Palladium Powder is widely utilized as a catalyst in numerous chemical reactions. Its ability to facilitate hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, and cross-coupling reactions makes it invaluable in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and the production of fine chemicals. For instance, it’s extensively used in the manufacture of pharmaceutical intermediates and specialty chemicals.
  2. Electronics:The electronics industry extensively employs Palladium Powder in the production of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). MLCCs are crucial components in electronic devices like smartphones, laptops, and automotive electronics. Palladium is used as the conductive material in MLCCs due to its high conductivity, reliability, and compatibility with other materials used in electronic manufacturing.
  3. Automotive Catalytic Converters:Palladium is a key component in catalytic converters used in vehicles to reduce harmful emissions. It helps convert toxic gases such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and hydrocarbons into less harmful substances like carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and water vapor. With increasingly stringent emissions regulations worldwide, the demand for palladium in automotive catalytic converters remains robust.
  4. Jewelry:Although less common compared to other precious metals like gold and silver, palladium is gaining popularity in jewelry manufacturing. Its natural white color, hypoallergenic properties, and durability make it an attractive alternative to traditional jewelry metals. Palladium jewelry is particularly favored for wedding bands and engagement rings.
  5. Dental Alloys:Palladium-based alloys are extensively used in dentistry for casting dental restorations such as crowns, bridges, and inlays. These alloys offer excellent biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, and mechanical properties, making them ideal for dental applications.
  6. Hydrogen Storage:Palladium exhibits high hydrogen absorption and desorption capacities, making it suitable for hydrogen storage applications. It is used in hydrogen purification and storage systems, fuel cells, and hydrogen sensors.
  7. Chemical Sensors:Palladium-based materials are employed in gas sensors for detecting hydrogen, oxygen, and other gases at low concentrations. These sensors find applications in environmental monitoring, industrial safety, and medical diagnostics.
  8. Photographic Processes:While digital photography has largely replaced traditional film-based methods, palladium is still used in some specialized photographic processes, particularly in fine art and alternative photography techniques.

These applications highlight the versatility and importance of Palladium Powder across various industries, underscoring its role as a valuable material in modern technology and manufacturing processes.

Packaging

Our Palladium products are clearly labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. To prevent any damage during storage or transportation, we take great care.

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