Fine Molybdenum Metal Powder
Elmet Technologies manufactures its fine molybdenum metal powder, OMP, produced mainly for alloy addition applications. OMP offers exceptional purity levels, with a finer particle size, compared to MoMP grades. This finer size and elevated purity enhances performance, making it an excellent choice for demanding industrial applications. These powders are ideal for alloy additions to improve material properties, or as matrix powders in the production of diamond drill bits.
The key features of OMP powder include its high purity and fine particle size, offering exceptional versatility and customizability to drive innovation in product design and manufacturing techniques. These molybdenum powders are produced in a hydrogen atmosphere using molybdenum trioxide (MoO3) and ammonium molybdates. This carefully optimized process ensures the creation of high-performance molybdenum powders.
Benefits of Fine Molybdenum Metal Powder
- High strength
- Corrosion resistance
- Enhanced performance
- Higher material efficiency
- Extended alloy capabilities
Chemical Characteristics of Pure Molybdenum OMP Powder
(Mass fraction in % [cg/g]; ppm [μg/g])
| Mo (excluding gases) | 99.8% min |
| O | 0.150% max |
| Cr | 0.008% max |
| Fe | 0.010% max |
| Mg | 0.002% max |
| Ni | 0.004% max |
| Si | 0.025% max |
| Sn | 0.008% max |
Fine Molybdenum Metal Powder: Chemical Characteristics
| Mesh Size | Fisher Number (as supplied) | Apparent Density |
|---|---|---|
| -150 μm (-100 mesh)* | 3-5 μm | Min. 0.9 g/cm3 (min. 15 g/inch3) |
Leaders in Powder Metallurgy
Elmet Technologies offers one of the most comprehensive and robust powder metallurgy product portfolios ever assembled. We excel in delivering custom powder solutions through our advanced manufacturing techniques. Our dedicated team works diligently to uphold the highest standards as a leading provider of world-class refractory metals.
At our three United States manufacturing facilities, we produce a wide range of high-quality products. This includes: powders, machined components, mill products, and more.