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MetalsTek Engineering stands as a leading global provider of top-quality tantalum rod products. Our tantalum rods are manufactured with precision and expertise, offering a range of standard diameters from 0.1″ to 8″. At MetalsTek, we take pride in delivering tantalum rods that meet the highest standards of quality and reliability.
Material: Tantalum and Tantalum Alloy
Grade: R05200, R05400, R05252(Ta-2.5W), R05255(Ta-10W)
Purity: 99.95%, 99.99%
Standard: ASTM B365-98
Size Range: Diameter 1~100mm, Length Below 3,000mm
Standard Sizes: Diameter 1mm, 1.5mm, 1.7mm, 2mm, 3mm, 5mm, 6.35mm, 10mm, 12.7mm, 16mm, 18mm, 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 75mm, and 100mm
Tantalum Rods, derived from tantalum ingots, find applications in the chemical and oil industries owing to their exceptional corrosion resistance. The production process involves cold-working the tantalum ingot to achieve the final diameter. Tantalum rods primarily serve as crucial components in high-temperature alloys that incorporate tantalum or as additives in heat-resistant and corrosion-resistant alloys based on tantalum. This makes them integral in various industrial applications requiring resilience in harsh environments.
Our Tantalum Rod production process starts with high-purity tantalum powder, which is then pressed into ingots, sintered, and subjected to advanced swaging and drawing processes. This meticulous process allows us to tailor the product to precise material and performance specifications, ensuring optimal performance in various applications.
| Element | C | O | N | H | Fe | Mo | Nb | Ni | Si | Ti | W |
| R05200 (%,Max) | 0.01 | 0.015 | 0.01 | 0.0015 | 0.01 | 0.02 | 0.1 | 0.01 | 0.005 | 0.01 | 0.05 |
| R05400 (%,Max) | 0.01 | 0.03 | 0.01 | 0.0015 | 0.01 | 0.02 | 0.1 | 0.01 | 0.005 | 0.01 | 0.05 |
| Rod Type | Diameter | D. Tolerance | Length | L. Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulled Rod | 2.0-4.0 | ±0.5 | 500-3000 | ±0.2 |
| Rotary Forged Rod | ≥4.0-8.0 | ±0.06 | 50-3000 | ±0.2 |
| ≥8.0-12.0 | ±0.08 | 50-3000 | ±0.2 | |
| ≥12.0-36 | ±0.1 | 50-1600 | ±0.2 | |
| Lathed Rod | ≥36-50 | ±0.5 | 50-1400 | ±0.2 |
| ≥50-65 | ±0.5 | 50-1400 | ±0.2 | |
| *Tailored Sizes and Tolerances are Available. | ||||
Tantalum Rods are a type of rod made from the rare and highly dense metal tantalum. It is used in various industries and applications, including electronics, medical, aerospace, and industrial. Some critical applications of tantalum rod include:
In summary, Tantalum Rod is a versatile material with various applications such as machined fasteners, sputtering targets, X-ray/radiation shielding, additive manufacturing, thermal spraying coatings, hot isostatic pressing, rare earth element applications, and environmental catalysts.
Our Tantalum Rod are clearly tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.