Compacted molybdenum is a process technology for producing molybdenum products with high performance, excellent workability and corrosion resistance. The process is developed to produce pure molybdenum materials with a higher strength than traditional wrought molybdenum products.
Applications of Compacted Molybdenum
Compacted molybdenum is used when high strength and fatigue resistance are important mechanical properties. The high processing temperatures of the process result in a high purity, non-porous structure which, in turn, provides excellent strength, fatigue and oxidation resistance. Compacted molybdenum is used in applications such as electrical contacts, energy storage tools, medical equipment, aerospace components and others where resistance to wear and corrosion is of extreme importance.
Process of Compacted Molybdenum
The process of producing the molybdenum starts by grinding the molybdenum into powder and further reducing it before it is then pressurized into the desired form. The powder is spray-dried, stuffed into a special graphite die, and compressed under very high pressure. The pressing temperature is usually around 2200℃ and is applied for up to 10 minutes. As a result, the molybdenum powder is consolidated into a single, solid and dense piece. This process creates a uniform and strong material, capable of withstanding high wear, corrosion and fatigue.
Benefits of Compacted Molybdenum
Compacted molybdenum provides a number of advantages over traditional molybdenum products. Its high strength and hardness, combined with its corrosion resistance and highly durable structure, make it an ideal choice for a range of applications, from high temperature parts to wear-resistant electrical contacts. The process also results in a final product with high reproducibility and near zero porosity. Additionally, compacted molybdenum components are easy to form and can be machined with excellent accuracy.
Conclusion
Compacted molybdenum is a process which uses high pressing temperatures to produce a product with excellent strength, fatigue and oxidation resistance. This process has a number of benefits, including high reproducibility, durability and a near zero porosity. Therefore, compacted molybdenum is the ideal choice for applications requiring high wear, corrosion and fatigue resistance, as well as high temperature parts. With its excellent workability and corrosion resistance, compacted molybdenum is an excellent choice for a variety of applications.
