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Hafnium Hydride, Grade PS

H2-Hf

CAS Number:  12770-26-2 EC Number:  235-812-6

Hafnium Hydride, Grade PS (CAS 12770-26-2, molecular formula H2-Hf) is an inorganic chemical supplied as a technical-grade material. It is typically a gray to black powder.

As a binding component between grinding agents, carbides, ceramics and metal; as an alloying constituent in powder metallurgy. Applicable as hydrogen source for the foaming of metals.

Typical specifications include: Hf + Zr min. 95.0 %; H min. 1.0 %; Ca max. 0.01 %.

Physical and Chemical Properties
Property Value
IUPAC Name
hafnium;hydride
Molecular Weight
180.50g/mol
Appearance
Powder
Color
Gray To Black
Density
11.4 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Solubility in Water
(practically insoluble)
Grain Size
min. 99.9 % < 36 µm by sieving
Additional Properties
Grain size min. 99.9 % 36 µm by sieving D50 = 6 µm. Particle size D50:

Applications

As a binding component between grinding agents, carbides, ceramics and metal as an alloying constituent in powder metallurgy. Applicable as hydrogen source for the foaming of metals.

Specifications

  • Hf + Zr min. 95.0 %
  • H min. 1.0 %
  • Ca max. 0.01 %
  • Fe max. 0.10 %
  • Al max. 0.03 %
  • Cr max. 0.05 %
  • Ni max. 0.03 %
  • Si max. 0.05 %
  • Co max. 0.01 %
  • C max. 0.05 %
  • Cd max. 0.0005 %
  • Pb max. 0.0005 %

Method of Analysis

Determination of particle size distribution; gravimetric analysis of hafnium, determination of hydrogen content and impurities.

Handling Instructions

Highly flammable solid. Dust explosion hazard. A fine hafnium hydride powder of exceptional purity; yielding hydrogen by a reversible reaction in vacuum, slowly burning in air. Keep away from flames, sparks and heat sources; use groundconnected metallic apparatus to avoid sudden ignition by electrostatic discharge; wear gloves, a face shield or goggles; in case of fire, cover only with sand, limestone or with a dry extinguishing powder siutable for metal fires class D. DO NOT USE WATER! Refer to our material safety data sheet and special precautionary advice for specific safety information.

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