Molybdenum Alloy Supply
Molybdenum is a chemical element with the symbol Mo and atomic number 42. Molybdenum is a refractory metal generally used as a first choice in high thermal applications due to its high heat conductivity and high melting point of 4,753 °F or 2620 °C.
Molybdenum has a small expansion coefficient and has one of the highest melting points of all pure elements which shows excellent strength and mechanical stability which can retain these properties at extremely high temperatures.
Molybdenum is a ductile metal and is resistant to corrosion, which makes it a very popular material when added to high strength alloys.
Molybdenum Properties and Appearance
Molybdenum is a dull, silvery metal that is also a micronutrient necessary for life. It has a small expansion coefficient, high conductivity, and good thermal conductivity. Molybdenum has one of the highest melting points of all pure elements and features excellent strength and mechanical stability. It retains these properties at extremely high temperatures.
Molybdenum Datasheet
Element |
Content |
| Iron (Fe) | 49.15% |
| Cobalt (Co) | 48.75% |
| Vanadium (V) | 2.00% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.05% |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.05% |
Physical Properties |
|
| Density | 10.2 g/cm³ |
| Specific Gravity | 10.22 |
| Mechanical Properties | |
| Tensile Strength | 500-700 Mpa @200C |
Thermal Properties |
|
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (Nominal) | 30 °C – 200 °C 5.85 (x 10-6 m/m · K) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 138 W/m · K |
| Melting Point | 26100C |
Molybdenum Applications
Molybdenum’s high resistance to high temperatures makes it an excellent choice for use in vacuum furnaces and glass melting electrodes. Molybdenum is used in energy industries including oil refining and nuclear applications. With its excellent stability, Molybdenum is also used in electronics and sealing applications.
As well as high heat environments, Molybdenum has a medical industry use in low voltage x-ray sources due to its low volatility. Molybdenum is used in the form of steel alloys for strength, hardness, electrical conductivity and its high resistance to both corrosion and wear.
Find out more about Corrosion Resistant Alloys. Also, see our useful guide on Understand Your Molybdenum Options and Four Things to Know About Molybdenum Before You Source Parts
Molybdenum Formats supplied:
Vulcan Metal Group supplies molybdenum sheet, powder, rod, tube, bar and wire. Custom machined and finished parts supplied to print.
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