Zirconium Sheets is a versatile material used in a variety of industries. Its high melting point makes it an ideal material for high-temperature applications. Because zirconium is a soft, malleable metal, it can be rolled into thin sheets. In addition, Zirconium Sheets are very resistant to corrosion. Although zirconium is susceptible to corrosion in hydrofluoric acid, the sheet itself is protected from the harmful effects of acids by a nanometre-thick layer of passivation. Another advantage of zirconium sheet over other metals is that it is soft and malleable at room temperature. This makes it easy to work with. Furthermore, zirconium is resistant to corrosion from acids, alkali and seawater. In addition to these advantages, zirconium sheets also have excellent machining properties.
Zirconium is highly corrosion resistant and is used for a variety of products, from pumps to surgical equipment. It is also used as an alloying agent in steel. In addition to being corrosion resistant, zirconium is also a hard and refractory metal. It can be used in a variety of applications, such as in nuclear power plants. Another benefit of zirconium is its lightweight and heat-resistant properties. It is also easy to cut and anodize. This process gives zirconium a blackish color while still maintaining its properties.
Zirconium is a rare metal with several interesting properties. It is incredibly resistant to corrosion and has a high melting point. This makes zirconium an excellent material for special applications. Its low neutron capture cross-section makes it useful for the nuclear industry. It is highly durable, which makes it a desirable metal for high-tech applications. Zirconium is produced commercially as a by-product of tin and titanium mining. It has numerous uses as an opacifier and refractory material. Its name derives from the mineral zircon, which means gold-like.
When it comes to chemical resistance, Zirconium Plates are the perfect choice. They have a nanometre-thick passivation layer that resists most acids and alkalis. In fact, zirconium is so resistant that only seawater and hydrofluoric acid can cause corrosion. However, it is important to note that zirconium can react with water if the temperature is high enough.
Zirconium Plates are used in a variety of industries. The material’s high melting point makes it well-suited for high-temperature applications like furnaces and jet engines. Generally, zirconium plates are alloyed to increase their strength and resist creep. This makes them a superior choice for applications such as solar panels, jet engines, and high-temperature components. Zirconium plate can be easily procured in different sizes and shapes. They are also commonly used in a variety of industries, from nuclear power to ceramic knives. Furthermore, zirconium is easy to transport and store.
Standard Specification : | ASTM B551 / ASME SB551 |
Dimensions : | ASTM, ASME, and API |
Sheets Thickness : | Range from .008″ to .0125″ |
Plates Thickness : | Ranges from .0125″ to 5.00″ |
Sheets/Plates Width : | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm, 2500mm, 3000mm, 3500mm, etc |
Sheets/Plates Length : | 2000mm, 2440mm, 3000mm, 5800mm, 6000mm, etc |
Tempers : | Annealed, 1/4, 1/2 Hard, 3/4 Hard, Full Hard |
Hardness : | Soft, Hard, Half Hard, Quarter Hard, Spring Hard etc. |
Value Added Service : | Cladding, Heat Treatment, Annealed, Pickling, Polish, Rolling, Cutting, Bending, Forging, Minor Fabrication Etc. |
Zirconium and Zirconium Alloys Chemical Composition | |||||||||
Products | Chemical Composition (wt%≤) | ||||||||
Sn | Fe | Ni | Cr | Fe+Cr | Fe+Ni+Cr | Nb | Al | B | |
R60001 Nuclear Grade Pure Zirconium (Zr-0) |
0.005 | 0.15 | 0.0070 | 0.02 | – | – | – | 0.0075 | 0.0005 |
R60802 (Zr-2) | 1.20-1.70 | 0.07-0.20 | 0.03-0.08 | 0.05-0.15 | – | 0.18-0.38 | – | 0.0075 | 0.0005 |
R60804 (Zr-4) | 1.20-1.70 | 0.18-0.24 | 0.0070 | 0.07-0.13 | 0.28-0.37 | – | – | 0.0075 | 0.0005 |
R60901 (Zr-2.5Nb) | 0.0050 | 0.150 | 0.0070 | 0.02 | – | – | 2.4-2.8 | 0.0075 | 0.0005 |
R60904 (Zr-2.5Nb) | 0.010 | 0.065 | 0.0035 | 0.01 | – | – | 2.5-2.8 | 0.0075 | 0.0005 |
Products | Chemical Composition(wt%≤) | ||||||||
Cd | Co | Cu | Hf | Mg | Mn | Mo | Si | Ti | |
R60001 Nuclear Grade Pure Zirconium (Zr-0) |
0.0005 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.010 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.0050 | 0.0120 | 0.0050 |
R60802 (Zr-2) | 0.0005 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.010 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.0050 | 0.0120 | 0.0050 |
R60804 (Zr-4) | 0.0005 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.010 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.0050 | 0.0120 | 0.0050 |
R60901 (Zr-2.5Nb) | 0.0005 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.010 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.0050 | 0.0120 | 0.0050 |
R60904 (Zr-2.5Nb) | 0.0005 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.005 | 0.0020 | 0.0050 | 0.0050 | 0.0120 | 0.0050 |
Products | Chemical Composition (wt%≤) | ||||||||
U | V | W | C | N | H | O | |||
R60001 Nuclear Grade Pure Zirconium (Zr-0) |
0.0035 | 0.005 | 0.010 | 0.027 | 0.0065 | 0.0025 | 0.09-0.16 | ||
R60802 (Zr-2) | 0.0035 | 0.005 | 0.010 | 0.027 | 0.0065 | 0.0025 | 0.09-0.16 | ||
R60804 (Zr-4) | 0.0035 | 0.005 | 0.010 | 0.027 | 0.0065 | 0.0025 | 0.09-0.16 | ||
R60901 (Zr-2.5Nb) | 0.0035 | – | 0.010 | 0.027 | 0.0080 | 0.0025 | 0.09-0.15 | ||
R60904 (Zr-2.5Nb) | 0.0035 | 0.005 | 0.010 | 0.027 | 0.0065 | 0.0025 | 0.01-0.14 |
Zirconium and Zirconium Alloys Sheet & Plate Mechanical Properties | |||||
Grades | |||||
Products | R60700 | R60702 | R60704 | R60705 | R60706 |
Tensile strength, min, ksi (MPa) | – | 55 (380) | 60 (415) | 80 (550) | 74 (510) |
Yield strength, min, ksi (MPa) | – | 30 (205) | 35 (240) | 55 (380) | 50 (345) |
Tensile strength, max, ksi (MPa) | 55 (380) | – | – | – | – |
Yield strength, max, ksi (MPa) Sheet, Plate and Strip | 44 (305) | – | – | – | – |
Elongation in 2 in. or 50 mm, min, % | 20 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 14 |
Bend test radius | 5T | 5T | 5T | 3T | 2.5T |
Size Chart in Milimeter | Weight Chart per Meter (Kilogram) | Size Chart in Milimeter | Weight Chart per Meter (Kilogram) |
---|---|---|---|
12 x 12 | 1.14 | 30×30 | 7.11 |
16 x 16 | 2.02 | 40 x 40 | 12.60 |
20 x 20 | 3.16 | 50 x 50 | 19.80 |
25 x 25 | 4.94 |
Tolerances Chart | ||
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Shapes / Section | Sizes, Dia or width across flats | Permitted variation |
MM | MM | |
Flat (thickness) | < 18 > 18 ≦ 30 > 30 ≦ 50 > 50 ≦ 80 |
+ 0 to – 0.110 + 0 to – 0.130 + 0 to – 0.250 + 0 to – 0.350 |
Round | ≥6 ≦ 18 > 18 ≦ 30 > 30 ≦ 50 > 50 ≦ 80 > 80 ≦ 100 |
+ 0 to – 0.070 + 0 to – 0.085 + 0 to – 0.100 + 0 to – 0.120 + 0 to – 0.140 |
Square and hexagon |
≥ 6 ≦ 18 > 18 ≦ 30 > 30 ≦ 50 > 50 ≦ 80 > 80 ≦ 105 |
+ 0 to – 0.090 + 0 to – 0.110 + 0 to – 0.130 + 0 to – 0.160 + 0 to – 0.250 |
Flat (width) | < 18 > 18 ≦ 30 > 30 ≦ 50 > 50 ≦ 80 > 80 ≦ 100 > 100 ≦ 130 > 130 ≦ 160 > 160 ≦ 320 |
+ 0 to – 0.110 + 0 to – 0.130 + 0 to – 0.160 + 0 to – 0.190 + 0 to – 0.220 + 0 to – 0.350 + 0 to – 1.00 + 1.00 to – 1.00 |
There are many sectors and industries consuming Zirconium Sheets / Plates like:
Digesters and bleach plants in the paper industry | Sulfuric acid reactors |
Components exposed to sour gas | Military |
Oil and Gas industry | Defence & Aerospace Industries |
Organic chloride process equipment | Evaporators, heat exchangers, filters and mixers used in sulfuric acid environments. |
Equipment for flue-gas desulfurisation plants | Equipment for processes utilizing halide or acid catalysts |
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