Molybdenum Tube/Pipe (Seamless and Welded Mo Tube)
Princeton Powder is a premier supplier of high-purity Molybdenum tubes in the United States, offering both seamless and welded options to cater to a variety of industrial applications. Our seamless tubes deliver exceptional strength and uniformity, while the welded variants provide cost-effective solutions for projects requiring extended lengths. Available in a range of diameters and wall thicknesses, these tubes are perfect for high-temperature and corrosive environments. Molybdenum tubes are competitively priced, ensuring quality and reliability for aerospace, chemical processing, and nuclear applications.
Material | Molybdenum Tube and Pipe |
CAS Number | 7439-98-7 |
Standard | ASTM B386, ASTM B387 |
Grade | Type 361 |
| Density | 10.23 g/cm3 |
Melting Point | 2623 ℃ |
Dimensions | Customized |
Surface Treatment | Pickling or Polishing |
Description of Molybdenum Tube/Pipe
Molybdenum tube is made from molybdenum (Mo), a transition metal characterized by a high melting point of approximately 2,623°C and excellent mechanical strength. The tubes exhibit exceptional resistance to corrosion and oxidation, making them ideal for high-temperature and harsh chemical environments. Common applications include aerospace components, chemical processing equipment, high-temperature furnaces, and nuclear reactor parts.
Chemical Compositions of Molybdenum Tube/Pipe
Type | Mo-1 | Mo-2 | Mo-3 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mo(%) | 99.95 | 99.95 | 99.95 | |
Other Element Content(%) ≤ | Pb | — | — | 0.001 |
Bi | — | — | 0.001 | |
Sn | — | — | 0.001 | |
Sd | — | — | 0.001 | |
Cd | — | — | 0.001 | |
Fe | 0.005 | 0.006 | 0.010 | |
Ni | 0.002 | 0.003 | 0.005 | |
Al | 0.002 | 0.002 | 0.005 | |
Si | 0.003 | 0.003 | 0.010 | |
Ca | 0.002 | 0.002 | 0.005 | |
Mg | 0.001 | 0.002 | 0.003 | |
P | 0.001 | 0.001 | 0.002 | |
C | 0.005 | 0.008 | 0.010 | |
O | 0.003 | 0.005 | 0.050 | |
N | 0.001 | 0.003 | – | |
Physical Properties of Molybdenum Tube/Pipe
Tensile Strength | KSI (MPa)-RT | 150 |
|  | KSI (MPa)-500°C | 75 |
|  | KSI (MPa)-1000°C | 25 |
Elongation | % in 1.0″. | 12 |
Typical Hardness | HV10 | >220 |
Modules of Elasticity | GPa | 320 |
Application
- Aerospace: Used in high-temperature components like rocket engine nozzles and exhaust systems.
- Chemical Processing: Employed in reactors and heat exchangers due to excellent corrosion resistance.
- High-Temperature Furnaces: Utilized in the construction of furnaces and laboratory equipment for extreme heat applications.
- Nuclear Applications: Serves as structural components and fuel cladding in nuclear reactors, offering radiation resistance.