Tantalum Tube, Tantalum Pipe (Seamless and Welding Ta Tube)
Princeton Powder is a premier supplier of tantalum seamless tube and welding tube in the United States, offering materials that meet ASTM B365 standards for quality and performance. Thin-Walled Tantalum Tubes and Thick-Walled Tantalum Tubes are available for diverse applications, including electronics, where they are used in capacitors and connectors due to their excellent conductivity and resistance to corrosion. In the medical field, these tubes are employed in surgical instruments and implants, benefiting from their biocompatibility and ability to withstand harsh environments. Additionally, in chemical processing, tantalum tubes serve as linings and conduits in reactors and piping systems, effectively handling corrosive substances and high temperatures. Our manufacturing processes include advanced techniques such as cold drawing and annealing, which enhance the wire’s mechanical properties and ensure high purity.
Material | Tantalum Tube, Ta Pipe |
CAS Number | 7440-25-7 |
Standard | ASTM B365, ASTM F560 (Medical Grade) |
Grade | R05200, R05400, R05252 (Ta2.5W), R05255 (Ta10W), R05240 (Ta40Nb) |
| Density | 16.65 g/cm3 |
Melting Point | 3020 ℃ |
Dimensions | Customized |
Form | Seamless Tantalum Tubes Welded Tantalum Tubes Thin-Walled Tantalum Tubes Thick-Walled Tantalum Tubes |
Surface Treatment | Pickling or Polishing |
Description of Tantalum Tube/Pipe
Tantalum tubes are made from the chemical element tantalum (Ta), a dense, blue-gray metal known for its excellent corrosion resistance and high melting point of approximately 3,000°C. Tantalum is a transition metal that is highly stable in various chemical environments, making it ideal for applications in harsh conditions. The unique properties of tantalum, including its high thermal and electrical conductivity, contribute to its widespread use in industries such as electronics, aerospace, and medical devices.
Chemical Compositions of Pure Tantalum and Ta alloy tube
Grade | Chemical Composition (≤%） | |||||||||||
Ta | Fe | Si | Ni | W | Mo | Ti | Nb | O | C | H | N | |
Ta1 | Bal. | 0.005 | 0.005 | 0.002 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.002 | 0.03 | 0.015 | 0.01 | 0.0015 | 0.01 |
Ta2 | Bal. | 0.03 | 0.02 | 0.005 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 0.005 | 0.1 | 0.02 | 0.01 | 0.0015 | 0.01 |
TaNb3 | Bal. | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.005 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 0.005 | <3.5 | 0.02 | 0.01 | 0.0015 | 0.01 |
TaNb20 | Bal. | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.005 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 0.005 | 17.0-23.0 | 0.02 | 0.01 | 0.0015 | 0.01 |
Ta2.5W | Bal. | 0.005 | 0.005 | 0.002 | 3.0 | 0.01 | 0.002 | 0.04 | 0.015 | 0.01 | 0.0015 | 0.01 |
Ta10W | Bal. | 0.005 | 0.005 | 0.002 | 11 | 0.01 | 0.002 | 0.04 | 0.015 | 0.01 | 0.0015 | 0.01 |
Physical Properties of Tantalum tube
| Product condition | Tensile strength (MPa) | Elongation, % |
| Annealed | 300～600 | 10～30 |
| Half annealed | >600～1000 | <5 |
Unannealed | >1000 | <5 |
Application
Electronics: Used in capacitors and connectors due to excellent electrical conductivity and resistance to corrosion.
Medical Devices: Employed in surgical instruments and implants, benefiting from biocompatibility and durability in harsh environments.
Chemical Processing: Serves as linings and conduits in reactors and piping systems, effectively handling corrosive substances and high temperatures.
Aerospace: Utilized in components that require high strength and resistance to extreme conditions, such as in engines and structural parts.