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MetalsTek Engineering is a leading supplier of Tellurium products. We offer competitive pricing and excellent lead times on all our materials, such as tellurium ingot, and we can supply custom materials per any specs/drawings you provide.
Tellurium, a rare metalloid element, exhibits unique properties that apply to various industries. Recognized for its distinctive silvery-white appearance and brittle nature, tellurium is primarily utilized in the manufacturing of alloys, particularly in enhancing the properties of steel and copper. Its addition to these alloys improves their machinability, durability, and resistance to corrosion. Additionally, tellurium is used in producing semiconductors, where its unique electrical properties make it valuable in enhancing the efficiency of certain types of solar panels and photovoltaic cells. Despite its scarcity, tellurium’s specialized attributes contribute significantly to technological advancements in electronics, metallurgy, and renewable energy sectors.
| Phase At STP | Solid | Thermal Conductivity | 1.97–3.38 W/(m⋅K) |
| Melting Point | 722.66K (4,49.51 °C/841.12°F) | Magnetic Ordering | Diamagnetic |
| Boiling Point | 1,261K (988 °C/1,810 °F) | Young's modulus | 43 GPa |
| Density (Near R.T.) | 6.24 g/cm3 | Shear Modulus | 16 GPa |
| Heat Of Fusion | 17.49 kJ/mol | Bulk Modulus | 65 GPa |
| Heat Of Vaporization | 114.1 kJ/mol | Mohs Hardness | 2.25 |
| Molar Heat Capacity | 25.73 J/(mol·K) | Brinell Hardness | 180–270 MPa |
| Thermal Expansion | 18 µm/(m⋅K)[3] (at r.t.) | Cas Number | 13494-80-9 |
Tellurium, despite its scarcity, finds applications across various industries:
Though relatively limited in use compared to other elements, tellurium’s specialized properties make it indispensable in specific technological applications within key industries.