Niobium Additive Manufacturing Powder
Elmet Technologies is a trusted leader in producing and processing high-quality niobium additive manufacturing powder. With outstanding resistance to extreme temperatures, this material is ideal for demanding industrial uses. Its fine-grain structure offers distinct benefits, including excellent biocompatibility, making it a critical component in electronics, medical technology, and alloy manufacturing.
Niobium powder provides exceptional performance in tough environments, improving efficiency, minimizing downtime, and increasing the durability of critical components. With its unique combination of high strength, lightweight properties, and resistance to extreme thermal, electrical, radiation, and chemical conditions, niobium powder delivers robust, long-lasting solutions across various industries.
Niobium Additive Powder Chemical Characteristics
| AM | HDH | |
| Nb | > 99.9% | > 99.9% |
| C | < 0.05% | < 0.02% |
| O | < 0.06% | < 0.02% |
Niobium Additive manufacturing Powder Physical Characteristics
| AM | HDH | |||
| L-PBF | DED | Fine | Coarse | |
| Bulk density, g/cc | >4.5 | > 4.5 | > 2 | > 3 |
| Flow, s/50g | < 15 | < 17 | – | – |
| PSD, d10, µm | > 10 | > 40 | > 10 | > 40 |
| PSD, d90, µm | < 63 | < 150 | < 63 | < 150 |
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Properties and applICATIONS
Properties:
- Niobium is a light gray refractory metal with a melting point of 2477°C.
- It has a low density of 8.57 g/cm³, making it the lightest refractory metal, comparable to nickel and copper.
- At room temperature, niobium is highly ductile and protected by a Nb₂O₅ pentoxide layer that prevents oxidation.
Applications:
- Widely used in aerospace, niobium contributes to nickel-based superalloys due to its exceptional strength and heat resistance.
- Its superconducting properties make it essential in manufacturing superconducting magnets for medical devices and scientific research.
Niobium and Related Alloy Powders
| Powder Grades | Chemistry | Size | Other Notes |
| Pure Nb | > 99.9% | L-PBF and DED | < 600ppm O2 |
| Nb-C103 | 9 – 11% Hf, 0.7 – 1.3%Ti | L-PBF | Excellent flowability, typically 300ppm O2 |
| Other Nb Alloys | FS-85 | FS-85 (Nb-28%Ta-10%W-1%Zr) |
High-Quality Niobium products
Elmet Technologies is a trusted global provider of niobium and niobium-based alloys, including Nb-C103, designed to support a wide range of industrial uses. Our extensive product lineup is available in multiple forms to suit your specific requirements, including:
- Tubes
- 3D Printed Parts
- Rod/Wire/Coil
- Sheet/Plate/Foil
- Bar/Billet/Forging
- Niobium Powders and AM Powders
With decades of expertise in manufacturing, we specialize in delivering tailored niobium solutions to meet the unique demands of our customers.
Trusted Experts in Niobium and Niobium Alloys
Elmet Technologies is a globally trusted leader in supplying niobium and niobium-based alloys for diverse industrial applications. Leveraging our expertise in advanced manufacturing and innovative process development, we provide tailored solutions in a variety of product forms to meet the specific needs of our clients.