Tantalum - Trusted Supplier of Refractory Metals & Titanium Solutions https://luminatitan.com Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:26:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://luminatitan.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/cropped-4974715d80f0113f2a68bbc35222d7e7-1754214443-32x32.jpg Tantalum - Trusted Supplier of Refractory Metals & Titanium Solutions https://luminatitan.com 32 32 Tantalum Wire https://luminatitan.com/product/tantalum-wire/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:49:33 +0000 https://luminatitan.com/?post_type=product&p=6384 Key Advantages

  • Precision customization: Diameter 0.1–5.0 mm (typ. tolerance ±0.05 mm), annealed / cold drawn, multiple surface finishes; small-batch sampling supported.

  • Corrosion & biocompatibility: Excellent stability in hydrochloric, nitric acids and aqua regia, plus biocompatibility for medical use (final device approval by buyer).

  • High-temperature performance: High melting point and good strength retention for cyclic thermal loads.

  • Controlled purity: Strict tensile and chemical testing with low impurity levels for reliable performance in harsh and high-purity environments.

Primary Applications

  • Electronics: Capacitor anodic leads, rectifier components, fine conductors.

  • Medical: Surgical sutures, markers and components requiring biocompatibility.

  • Chemical processing: Corrosion-resistant wire components for aggressive media.

Testing (Typical)

  • Tensile testing

  • Chemical composition verification

  • Surface inspection (smoothness, defects)

  • Metallographic examination (microstructure uniformity)

Heat Treatment Guidelines

  • Recrystallization temperature: approx. 900–1450°C

  • Use vacuum or dry inert gas atmospheres

  • All lubricants must be thoroughly removed prior to heat treatment to avoid embrittlement

Packaging & Delivery

  • Packaging: Protective spools or coils in custom cases to prevent tangling and surface damage.

  • Shipping: Global courier or sea freight; lead times coordinated with your production schedule.

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]]> LuminaTitanium supplies high-performance tantalum wire manufactured to ASTM B365. Available in fine diameters with controlled temper and surface condition, our tantalum wires combine excellent corrosion resistance, high-temperature stability, biocompatibility and formability for electronics, medical and chemical-processing applications.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Details Why It Works for You
Grades R05200, R05400, R05252, R05255 High-purity and alloyed options for critical service
Standard ASTM B365 Recognized standard for tantalum wire
Size Dia. 0.1–5.0 mm, typ. tol. ±0.05 mm Covers fine electronic and medical applications
Condition Hot rolled, cold drawn, annealed Adjusts strength and ductility for forming or direct use
Form Coils or straight (on request) Fits continuous production or cut-to-length use
Surface Black, pickled, polished (Dia. >1 mm) Supports conductivity, bonding, and cleanliness requirements
Packing Standard seaworthy or custom Protects wire integrity for international shipment

Chemical Composition (Max. Weight %, typical for R05200/R05400)

Element R05200 (Max %) R05400 (Max %)
C 0.01 0.01
O 0.015 0.03
N 0.01 0.01
H 0.0015 0.0015
Fe 0.01 0.01
Mo 0.02 0.02
Nb 0.10 0.10
Ni 0.01 0.01
Si 0.005 0.005
Ti 0.01 0.01
W 0.05 0.05

(Detailed composition for R05252/R05255 can be provided per ASTM/grade specification on request.)

Ordering Checklist

  • Standard & grade: ASTM B365; specify R05200 / R05400 / R05252 / R05255

  • Diameter & tolerance: 0.1–5.0 mm; required tolerance class; coil or straight form

  • Condition & surface: annealed / cold drawn; black / pickled / polished (>1 mm)

  • Testing: tensile, chemical, metallography; any additional or third-party inspection

  • Documentation: MTC EN 10204 3.1; inspection reports; RoHS/REACH if required

  • Quantity & packaging: spool/coil lengths; packing type for export

  • Service details: end use (capacitors, medical, chemical) to confirm the optimal grade/finish

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]]> Tantalum Tube – Pipe https://luminatitan.com/product/tantalum-tube-pipe/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:48:33 +0000 https://luminatitan.com/?post_type=product&p=6381 Key Advantages

  • Precision customization: Round, square, coil, and U-shape tubes; seamless or welded; sizes made to drawing; small-batch sampling available.

  • Exceptional corrosion resistance: Excellent stability in nitric, sulfuric, hydrochloric and many mixed acids (excluding HF).

  • High-temp and dielectric performance: High melting point, low vapor pressure and good dielectric properties for harsh chemical and high-purity systems.

  • Process control & QA: Full chemical, mechanical, NDT and dimensional inspections available for critical projects.

Primary Applications

  • Chemical Processing: Acid-resistant pipelines, liners and reaction vessels.

  • Heat Exchangers: Shell-and-tube and U-tube designs in corrosive media.

  • Medical & Electronics: Biocompatible tubes and dielectric components for implants and high-end devices.

Testing (Typical)

  • Chemical composition and mechanical property testing

  • Ultrasonic testing and electric non-destructive testing

  • Hydrostatic testing

  • Visual surface and dimensional inspection

Packaging & Delivery

  • Packaging: Standard seaworthy wooden cases or custom protective packing to prevent impact and scratching.

  • Shipping: Global courier or sea freight; lead times coordinated with your project schedule.

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]]> LuminaTitanium supplies high-performance tantalum tube/pipe manufactured to ASTM B521. Using high-purity tantalum and tantalum-alloy grades with seamless or welded processes, these tubes deliver excellent chemical stability, corrosion resistance and long-term reliability in chemical processing systems, heat exchangers and high-temperature industrial applications.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Details Why It Works for You
Materials R05200, R05400, R05252, R05255, TaNb, TaW alloys High-temperature strength and corrosion resistance
Standard ASTM B521 Recognized standard for tantalum tubes in critical service
Form Round, square, coil, U-shape Supports straight runs, coils and U-tube exchangers
Size Custom per drawings Matches exact design; minimizes secondary machining
Length Standard & cut length Fits installation and equipment layouts
Technique Seamless or welded Seamless for high-pressure/critical duty; welded for cost efficiency
Surface Polished or as specified Meets cleanliness and corrosion-resistance requirements
Packing Seaworthy wooden case Protects tubes for international transport

Chemical Composition (Max. Impurities, wt.%)

Designation Main Ta Nb Fe Si Ni W Mo Ti O C H N
Ta1 Remainder — 0.004 0.003 0.002 0.004 0.006 0.002 0.03 0.01 0.0015 0.002
Ta2 Remainder — 0.01 0.01 0.005 0.02 0.02 0.006 0.08 0.015 0.0015 0.01
TaNb3 Remainder <3.5 0.01 0.01 0.005 0.02 0.02 0.005 0.015 0.01 0.0015 0.01
TaNb20 Remainder 17.0–23.0 0.01 0.01 0.005 0.02 0.02 0.005 0.015 0.01 0.0015 0.01
Ta2.5W Remainder — 0.005 0.003 0.002 3.0 0.006 0.002 0.04 0.015 0.0015 0.006
Ta10W Remainder — 0.005 0.003 0.002 11 0.006 0.002 0.04 0.015 0.0015 0.006

Mechanical Requirements (Annealed Condition)

Grade (UNS) Tensile Strength min. Yield Strength min. Elongation min.
R05200 / R05400 30000 psi (207 MPa) 20000 psi (138 MPa) 25%
R05252 40000 psi (276 MPa) 28000 psi (193 MPa) 20%
R05255 70000 psi (481 MPa) 60000 psi (414 MPa) 15%
R05240 40000 psi (276 MPa) 28000 psi (193 MPa) 20%

Ordering Checklist

  • Standard & grade: ASTM B521; specify R05200 / R05400 / R05252 / R05255 or TaNb / TaW alloy

  • Form & geometry: round / square / coil / U-tube; OD / WT / ID / length; exchanger layout if applicable

  • Technique: seamless or welded; pressure rating and service medium requirements

  • Surface: polished or specified roughness and cleanliness

  • Testing & NDT: chemical, mechanical, UT, hydrostatic, electrical NDT; third-party witnessing if needed

  • Documentation: MTC EN 10204 3.1; inspection reports; RoHS/REACH on request

  • Quantity & packaging: batch size; packing configuration; export wooden cases

  • Logistics: target lead time; Incoterms; destination and preferred carrier

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]]> Tantalum Sheet – Plate https://luminatitan.com/product/tantalum-sheet-plate/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:47:40 +0000 https://luminatitan.com/?post_type=product&p=6378 Key Advantages

  • Precision customization: thickness 0.5–30 mm, high purity 99.9% / 99.95%, custom width/length; small-batch sampling available.

  • Corrosion & high-temp performance: stable in aggressive media (except HF) and at elevated temperatures.

  • Process control & QA: cold-rolled and annealed with strict visual, ultrasonic, chemical and mechanical testing.

Primary Applications

  • Electron-beam melting: molds, melting liners resisting high-temp metal erosion.

  • Laboratory equipment: corrosion-resistant containers and electrodes.

  • Super alloys & ceramics: alloying stock and components to enhance corrosion resistance and strength.

  • Sputtering targets: stable thin-film coating materials.

Testing (typical)

  • Visual inspection (surface quality)

  • Ultrasonic flaw detection (internal defects)

  • Chemical composition verification (purity control)

  • Mechanical testing (tensile, ductility)

Packaging & Delivery

  • Packaging: protective films + wooden/plywood cases or custom solutions to prevent bending and surface damage.

  • Shipping: global courier or sea freight; lead times aligned with your schedule.

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]]> LuminaTitanium provides high-quality tantalum sheet/plate manufactured to ASTM B708 / ASTM F560. With high purity (≥99.9%), excellent corrosion resistance and good formability, our tantalum sheets are tailored in thickness, width and length for electron-beam melting, laboratory equipment, superalloy production and advanced ceramic applications.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Details Why It Works for You
Processing Cold rolling, annealed Stable mechanical properties and clean surface
Standards ASTM B708, ASTM F560 Recognized specs for critical industries
Thickness 0.5–30 mm From thin lab parts to structural plates
Width 10–2500 mm Matches equipment and furnace layouts
Length Customizable Cut-to-size; reduces on-site machining
Grades R05200, R05400 High-purity, corrosion-resistant tantalum
Purity ≥99.9% / 99.95% Suitable for E-beam, lab and high-spec uses
Surface As ordered For further machining, bonding or coating

Chemical Composition (Max. Weight %)

Element R05200 (Max %) R05400 (Max %)
C 0.01 0.01
O 0.015 0.03
N 0.01 0.01
H 0.0015 0.0015
Fe 0.01 0.01
Mo 0.02 0.02
Nb 0.10 0.10
Ni 0.01 0.01
Si 0.005 0.005
Ti 0.01 0.01
W 0.05 0.05

Ordering Checklist

  • Standard & grade: ASTM B708 / F560; R05200 / R05400

  • Dimensions: thickness × width × length; flatness & tolerance requirements

  • Purity & surface: 99.9% or 99.95%; surface condition for further processing/coating

  • Testing & QA: UT, mechanical, chemical reports; additional specs if required

  • Documentation: MTC EN 10204 3.1; inspection reports; RoHS/REACH (as applicable)

  • Quantity & packaging: lot size; sheet stacking & protection; export wooden/plywood cases

  • Logistics & terms: target lead time; Incoterms; destination & carrier

  • Notes: end-use (E-beam, superalloy, sputtering, lab) for optimized recommendation

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]]> Tantalum Rod – Bar https://luminatitan.com/product/tantalum-rod-bar/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:46:15 +0000 https://luminatitan.com/?post_type=product&p=6375 Key Advantages

  • Precision customization: round/square/hex/rectangle; dimensions to drawing; annealed or non-annealed; small-batch sampling.

  • High corrosion & biocompatibility: resists strong acids/alkalis (except HF); radio-opaque and biocompatible for medical use.

  • High-temperature performance: melting point near 3000°C; stable under thermal and radiation exposure.

  • Process control & QA: powder metallurgy, sintering, forging; full dimensional, chemical, mechanical and NDT inspection available.

Primary Applications

  • Chemical processing: corrosion-resistant components for valves, fittings, piping and reactor parts.

  • Medical & dental: implants, markers and components requiring biocompatibility and imaging visibility (final device approvals by buyer).

  • Aerospace & nuclear: high-temp structural parts and reactor components under extreme conditions.

Testing (typical)

  • Corrosion tests (as required)

  • Eddy current testing

  • Mechanical tests (tensile, yield, elongation)

  • Microstructure examination

Packaging & Delivery

  • Packaging: customized protective cases to prevent impact and surface damage.

  • Shipping: global courier or sea freight; lead times aligned with your schedule.

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]]> LuminaTitanium supplies high-performance tantalum rod/bar manufactured to ASTM B365 / ASTM F560. Using high-purity tantalum grades and controlled processing routes, these rods combine excellent corrosion resistance, high-temperature stability, biocompatibility and radio-opacity, making them suitable for chemical, medical, aerospace and nuclear applications.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Details Why It Works for You
Standards ASTM B365, ASTM F560 Global recognition for critical components
Grades R05200, R05400, R05252, R05255 High-purity options for chemical and medical use
Shapes Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Wire Fits structural, fastener and precision parts
Dimensions Customizable Matches drawings; reduces secondary machining
Surface Black, Pickled, Sand-blasted, Polished Balances corrosion performance & finish
Condition Annealed (M) / Non-annealed (Y) Tune ductility vs. strength
3rd-Party Inspection Accepted Supports project and regulatory approval

Chemical Composition (Max. Weight %)

Element R05200 (Max %) R05400 (Max %)
C 0.01 0.01
O 0.015 0.03
N 0.01 0.01
H 0.0015 0.0015
Fe 0.01 0.01
Mo 0.02 0.02
Nb 0.10 0.10
Ni 0.01 0.01
Si 0.005 0.005
Ti 0.01 0.01
W 0.05 0.05

Physical Properties (Typical)

Property Value
Density 16.6 g/cc
Melting Point 3290 K (2996°C / 5425°F)
Boiling Point 5731 K (5100°C / 9182°F)
Thermal Expansion (20°C) 6.5 × 10⁻⁶ /°C
Electrical Resistivity (20°C) 13.5 μΩ·cm
Electrical Conductivity (20°C) ~13% IACS
Specific Heat (20°C) 0.036 cal/g/°C
Thermal Conductivity (20°C) 0.13 cal/cm/(cm²·°C/sec)

Ordering Checklist

  • Standard & grade: ASTM B365 / F560; R05200 / R05400 / R05252 / R05255

  • Shape & dimensions: round/square/hex/rectangle; diameter/width/length; tolerances

  • Condition & surface: annealed or non-annealed; black/pickled/sand-blasted/polished

  • Testing & QA: corrosion, mechanical, EC, microstructure; 3rd-party inspection if required

  • Documentation: MTC EN 10204 3.1; inspection reports; RoHS/REACH (as applicable)

  • Quantity & packaging: lot size; protective cases; export-ready packing

  • Logistics & terms: target lead time; Incoterms; destination & carrier

  • Notes: end-use (chemical/medical/nuclear) for optimized grade & finish suggestion

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]]> Tantalum Foil – Strip https://luminatitan.com/product/tantalum-foil-strip/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:45:02 +0000 https://luminatitan.com/?post_type=product&p=6372 Key Advantages

  • Precision customization: thickness 0.01–0.5 mm, width 20–600 mm, custom coil lengths; grades R05200 / R05400; small-batch sampling.

  • Process control & finish: cold-rolled & annealed for stable mechanics and clean surfaces (no burrs, no oil spots).

  • Corrosion & biocompatibility: oxide-film protection and excellent human-body compatibility for lab/medical use (final device approvals by buyer).

Primary Applications

  • Electron-beam melting: precision molds, crucible liners resisting high-temp metal erosion.

  • Laboratory equipment: corrosion-resistant containers/electrodes for acidic/alkaline media (except HF).

  • Medical & dental: implant components, tools (biocompatible; approvals by buyer).

  • Super alloys & ceramics: alloying additions and ceramic parts to enhance strength/corrosion resistance.

Testing (typical)

  • Chemical composition to spec (ASTM).

  • Mechanical properties verification.

  • ISO QMS compliance (per order).

Packaging & Delivery

  • Packaging: protective wrap; wooden/plywood cases or custom solutions to safeguard coils/foils.

  • Shipping: global courier or sea freight; lead times aligned with your schedule.

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]]> LuminaTitanium supplies high-quality tantalum foil/strip engineered to ASTM B708 / ASTM F560. Produced by cold rolling and annealing for precise gauge control and clean surfaces, our foils combine corrosion resistance, formability and biocompatibility for electron-beam melting, laboratory and medical applications.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Details Value
Processing Route Cold rolling; annealed
Standard Conformance ASTM B708, ASTM F560
Thickness Range 0.01–0.5 mm
Width Range 20–600 mm
Length Supply Customizable (coil or cut length)
Grades Options R05200, R05400
Surface Cleanliness No burrs; no oil spots
Shape Supply form Foil in coil

Chemical Composition (Max. Weight %)

Element R05200 (Max %) R05400 (Max %)
C 0.01 0.01
O 0.015 0.03
N 0.01 0.01
H 0.0015 0.0015
Fe 0.01 0.01
Mo 0.02 0.02
Nb 0.10 0.10
Ni 0.01 0.01
Si 0.005 0.005
Ti 0.01 0.01
W 0.05 0.05

Ordering Checklist

  • Standard & grade: e.g., ASTM B708 / F560; R05200 / R05400

  • Dimensions & tolerance: thickness × width × coil length; gauge/flatness targets

  • Condition & surface: annealed; burr-free/oil-free; special finish if needed

  • Testing & QA: chemical & mechanical sampling; ISO QMS evidence (if required)

  • Documentation: MTC EN 10204 3.1; inspection reports (as applicable)

  • Quantity & packaging: lot size; coil OD/ID; wooden/plywood case type

  • Logistics & terms: target lead time; Incoterms; destination & carrier

  • Notes: end use (E-beam, lab, medical, alloying) for tailored recommendations

Compliance / Handling

  • Standards: ASTM primary; AMS/ASME/JIS/MIL available on request.

  • Handling: avoid HF; store dry and clean to protect surface quality.

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]]> Tantalum Crucible https://luminatitan.com/product/tantalum-crucible/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 11:44:10 +0000 https://luminatitan.com/?post_type=product&p=6369 Key Advantages

  • Precision customization: drilled and deep-drawn crucibles with custom sizes, tapers, and wall thicknesses; small-batch sampling available.

  • High-temperature stability: reliable to 1800 °C (continuous) and 2400 °C (peak) for demanding melt and sinter processes.

  • Corrosion/oxidation resistance: stable performance in reactive environments; suitable for acids/alkalis (except HF).

  • Process control & QA: dimensional/visual/chemical/NDT inspections ensure consistency for capacitor, metallurgy, and evaporation duty.

Primary Applications

  • Rare-earth metallurgy: high-temperature melting containers resisting metal erosion and reactions.

  • Electronic capacitors: anode load plates and sintering crucibles for precise, stable production.

  • Chemical processing: corrosion-resistant vessels for acidic/alkaline media (except HF).

  • Evaporation systems: evaporation crucibles and liners for thin-film coating.

Testing (typical)

  • Dimensional inspection

  • Visual & surface appearance check

  • Chemical analysis

  • NDT: liquid penetrant, eddy current, ultrasonic testing

Packaging & Delivery

  • Packaging: protective custom cases to safeguard during transit.

  • Shipping: global courier or sea freight; lead times aligned with your schedule.

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]]> LuminaTitanium offers high-performance tantalum crucibles engineered to ASTM B708. With customizable geometry, excellent high-temperature resistance (up to 2400 °C peak), and strong corrosion resistance, these crucibles serve rare-earth metallurgy, chemical processing, and electronic capacitor manufacturing.

Technical Specifications

Parameter Details Why It Works for You
Grades R05200, R05400, R05252, R05255 Assures high-temp strength and corrosion resistance
Standard ASTM B708 Aligns with global industrial quality
Supply State Processing or sintered Matches metallurgy and chemical process needs
Size Customizable Fits exact project specs; avoids secondary processing
Operating Temperature 1800 °C (continuous), 2400 °C (peak) Covers typical melt/sinter operations
Tolerance ±0.5 mm Precision fit for anodes and evaporation liners
Surface Roughness Ra ≤ 3.2 Reduces adhesion; easier cleaning
Manufacturing Drilling, deep-drawing, machining, welding Scales from prototypes to production

Ordering Checklist

  • Standard & grade: e.g., ASTM B708; R05200/R05400/R05252/R05255

  • Dimensions & tolerance: OD/ID/height, taper and wall thickness; ±0.5 mm target

  • Process route: processing vs. sintered; required manufacturing steps (deep-draw/drill/weld)

  • Surface & roughness: finish target (e.g., Ra ≤ 3.2) and cleanliness requirements

  • Testing & NDT: dimensional/chemical/visual + LPT/ET/UT as required

  • Quantity & packaging: lot size; custom protective cases

  • Logistics & terms: target lead time; Incoterms; destination & carrier

  • Notes: service temperature, atmosphere, and chemistry (for material/shape advice)

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