Zirconium Tube and Pipe (Zr702, UNS R60702 Zr Seamless Tube)

Princeton Powder is a premier provider of zirconium tubing and piping in the United States, supplying materials that comply with ASTM B550 standards. We offer zirconium 702 seamless tubes and pipes in different sizes, suitable for various applications. Zr tube and Pipe is widely used by our customer in United States, Canada, and Europe.

Material

Zirconium Tube, Zr Pipe

CAS Number

7440-67-7

Standard

ASTM B550/550M

Grade

R60702/ERZr2

R60704/ERZr3

R60705/ERZr4

Density

6.5 g/cm3

Melting Point 

1852 ℃

Diameter

Customized

Form

Seamless Tube and Pipe

Welding Tube and Pipe

Surface Treatment

Pickling or Polishing

Description of Zirconium Tube and Pipe

Zirconium, represented by the symbol Zr and atomic number 40, is a lustrous gray-white metal known for its exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and low thermal conductivity. Zirconium tubes and pipes, crafted from high-purity zirconium, provide outstanding durability and reliable performance in demanding environments. Tubes generally have a smaller diameter, making them suitable for precision applications like medical devices and aerospace components, while pipes feature a larger diameter, ideal for heavy industrial uses that require structural integrity. These unique properties make zirconium tubes and pipes vital in industries such as nuclear energy, chemical processing, and medical technology.

Chemical Compositions of Zirconium Wire

GradeZr+HfHfFe+CrSnHNCONb
R60702/ERZr299.2%<4.5%<0.20%<0.005%<0.015%<0.030%<0.15%
R60704/ERZr397.5%<4.5%0.2-0.4%1.0-2.0%<0.005%<0.015%<0.030%<0.16%
R60705/ERZr495.5%<4.5%<0.2%<0.005%<0.015%<0.050%<0.16%2.0-3.0%

Physical Properties of Zirconium Wire

Material

State

Rm(≥)/MPa

Rp0.2(MPa)

A50mm(≥)/%

Zirconium 702 (UNS R60702)

Annealed

379

207

16

Zirconium 704 (UNSR60704)

Annealed

413

241

14

Zirconium 705 (UNS R60705)

Annealed

552

379

16

Application

Zirconium tubes and pipes are extensively used in the nuclear energy sector for fuel cladding and structural components due to their exceptional corrosion resistance and ability to withstand high temperatures. In the chemical processing industry, they are employed in reactors, heat exchangers, and piping systems, where their durability against aggressive chemicals is critical. Additionally, zirconium tubes and pipes find applications in medical technology, particularly in implants and surgical instruments, owing to their biocompatibility and strength.