Zirconium Crucibles Supplier - Lab & Industrial Solutions

Zirconium Crucibles Supplier: AEM Metal

Our zirconium crucibles are designed for high accuracy and performance, making them perfect for tough lab work and industrial processes. We focus on delivering top-quality crucibles, customized to fit your specific needs, ensuring they last longer and perform reliably.

We use modern manufacturing techniques and thorough quality checks to ensure each crucible meets the highest standards. This attention to detail guarantees consistent, high-quality products every time.

When you choose our zirconium crucibles, you're getting strength, precision, and dependable results. Plus, we're always here to offer expert advice and fast customer support whenever you need it.

Product Specifications: AEM Metal's Zirconium Crucibles

Standard:	ASTM B551
Grade:	R60702, R60704, R60705
Purity:	≥99.9%
Appearance:	Silver-gray
Density:	6.51 g/cm³
Melting Point:	1,855°C (3,371°F)

Customization: Shapes, Sizes, and Specific needs

With years of expertise in refractory metals, AEM crafts zirconium crucibles that stand out in quality and durability. Our crucibles boast an extremely high purity level, ensuring reliable results in every use. They are precisely sized, with a smooth surface, free from any cracks, voids, or unevenness.

Our product range is diverse. We offer various shapes like round-mouth, taper, ellipse, and bottomless crucibles. Customization is our forte. We can create crucibles based on your specific designs and needs. And if you're searching for a zirconium crucible in a unique size, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to cater to your specific requirements.

Why Choose Our Zirconium Crucible?

Industry-Leading Expertise and Support

With over 15 years in Zirconium manufacturing, our experienced team offers exceptional customer support and expert technical guidance.

Optimized Wall Thickness-to-Strength Ratio

Engineered for durability and efficiency, our crucibles withstand extreme conditions without compromising on design.

Exceptional Purity Levels:

Our zirconium crucibles boast an impressive purity of up to 99.95%, ensuring top-tier quality and performance in every application.

High Surface Quality:

With a meticulously polished surface, our crucibles guarantee purity and precision in every application.

Capable of Large-Scale Production

Our manufacturing setup is designed for high production capacities. This allows us to fulfill large orders efficiently without compromising on quality.

Tailored to Specific Applications

Recognizing the diverse needs of our clients, we specialize in application-specific solutions, tailoring our zirconium crucible to your unique requirements.

Zirconium Crucible Application

1. High-Temperature Laboratories

Used in scientific research for melting metals and oxides due to their high melting point and thermal shock resistance.

2. Chemical Processing

Ideal for handling corrosive chemicals like acids and alkalis, zirconium crucibles prevent contamination and corrosion.

3. Glass and Ceramic Production

Commonly used in melting processes for specialty glass and ceramics, ensuring material purity during high-temperature applications.

4. Semiconductor Industry

Employed in crystal growth processes for semiconductors, maintaining material integrity and avoiding reactions during production.

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Manufacturing Processes for Zirconium Crucible

Pressed-Sintered Process

Chemical Industry

1. Advanced Powder Production:

AEM Metal uses advanced chemical reduction to create ultra-pure, uniform metal powders. This process is key for high-quality metal products.

2. Precision Pressing and Shaping

Using state-of-the-art pressing techniques, we mold our zirconium powders into desired crucible shapes. Our technology excels in producing complex geometries with high precision.

3. Cutting-Edge Sintering Process

Our sintering process employs advanced technology. It bonds powder grains effectively, creating dense and robust sinter blocks. This step is crucial for the durability of our crucible products.

4. Forming for Enhanced Durability

We use unique forming methods to increase material density and strength. Our process ensures our zirconium crucible can withstand rigorous applications.

5. Specialized Heat Treatment

Our heat treatment process is crucial to improve properties of the sintered zirconium crucible, relieving internal stresses and enhancing the material's overall performance.

6. Finishing Processing

The crucible undergoes finishing processes like smoothing and polishing to refine its surface and ensure it meets the required specifications.

7. Final Product Inspection

Inspect the final zirconium crucible, including dimensional measurements, surface inspection, chemical composition analysis, etc. This ensures that the final product meets specifications.

Forging Process

1. Material Preparation:

The process starts with the preparation of zirconium billet by our advanced reduction techniques, which is crucial to forge a zirconium crucible.

2. Heat Treatment - Annealing

Our heat treatment annealing process is tailored to each product. It precisely adjusts the metal's mechanical properties, making shaping easier and enhancing performance.

3. Forging:

Using state-of-the-art forging techniques, we forge the heated zirconium billets into the desired crucible shape. The forging process imparts directional strength to the zirconium, improving its mechanical properties.

4. Final Annealing:

After forming the zirconium into a crucible, it undergoes a final heat treatment. This step is essential for relieving internal stresses, ensuring the crucible reaches its peak performance.

5. Finishing Processing

The crucible undergoes finishing processes like smoothing and polishing to refine its surface and ensure it meets the required specifications.

6. Final Product Inspection

Inspect the final zirconium crucible, including dimensional measurements, surface inspection, chemical composition analysis, etc. This ensures that the final product meets specifications.

Zirconium Crucible: A Comprehensive Guide for Buyer

What is Zirconium Crucible? A Brief Overview

A zirconium crucible is a container made from zirconium, a metal known for being very strong and resistant to heat. It has a high melting point and doesn't easily react with chemicals, making it ideal for use in high-temperature environments.

These crucibles are carefully made to be smooth and long-lasting. They are used in laboratories and industries for heating or melting materials while keeping everything inside pure. If you need a reliable container for tough jobs, a zirconium crucible is a great choice.

Unique Properties of Zirconium Crucible

Zirconium crucibles are valued for their special features that make them essential in many fields. Here's a quick look at what makes them unique:

High Melting Point:

Zirconium can withstand extremely high temperatures, making it ideal for processes involving intense heat without breaking down or deforming.

Corrosion Resistance:

Zirconium is highly resistant to corrosion, especially against acids and other harsh chemicals, ensuring that the crucible remains stable even in aggressive environments.

Chemical Stability:

It maintains its structure and integrity when exposed to reactive substances, helping to preserve the purity of the materials being processed.

Durability:

Zirconium crucibles are long-lasting, with the ability to endure repeated use without losing strength or performance.

Low Contamination Risk:

Due to its non-reactive nature, zirconium ensures minimal contamination during heating or melting, making it ideal for sensitive lab and industrial processes.

Quality Control: Checking Quality Before Shipping Zirconium Crucibles

Ensuring top quality before shipping zirconium crucibles to customers involves a detailed final inspection process. Here's how we do it:

1. Visual Inspection:

First, each crucible undergoes a thorough visual check. We look for any surface imperfections like scratches, dents, or irregularities. This step is crucial to ensure that the crucibles not only perform well but also meet aesthetic standards.

2. Dimensional Verification:

We use precision measuring tools to confirm that the dimensions of each crucible are accurate. This includes checking the diameter, height, wall thickness, and overall shape.

3. Surface Quality Check:

The quality of the surface finish is assessed. We ensure the crucibles are smooth and free from any unwanted roughness or inconsistencies. A high-quality surface finish is key to preventing contamination and ensuring the purity of materials in use.

4. Integrity Test:

We conduct tests to assess the structural integrity of the crucibles. This might include non-destructive testing methods like ultrasonic testing to detect any internal flaws or weaknesses.

5. Compliance with Standards:

We review each crucible to ensure it complies with relevant industry standards and our own quality criteria. This includes checking for material purity, resistance properties, and any other critical factors relevant to their performance.

6. Documentation and Certification:

Finally, we prepare and verify all necessary documentation. This includes quality certificates, compliance documents, and inspection reports.

FAQs of Zirconium Crucibles

How are zirconium crucibles better than other metal crucibles?

Zirconium crucibles excel in handling high heat and corrosive chemicals, making them more reliable and durable than many other metal crucibles.
Can zirconium crucibles be customized to specific sizes or shapes?

Yes, zirconium crucibles can be custom-made in a range of sizes and shapes depending on the specific requirements of the application, ensuring optimal performance in both laboratory and industrial settings.
Are zirconium crucibles suitable for use with molten salts or reactive metals?

Yes, zirconium crucibles are highly resistant to corrosion from molten salts and can handle reactive metals like titanium or aluminum, making them suitable for challenging chemical processes.
Are there limits to the crucible sizes and shapes you make?

While we offer a wide range, some very large or complex shapes might be limited by our manufacturing capabilities.
What is the maximum operating temperature for zirconium crucibles?

Zirconium crucibles can withstand temperatures up to around 1850°C (3360°F), making them suitable for processes requiring high-temperature stability.
Are there any special storage conditions for zirconium crucibles?

Zirconium crucibles should be handled carefully to avoid surface damage and stored in a clean, dry place to prevent contamination. It's also important to avoid exposure to alkaline substances, which may react with zirconium under certain conditions.
Is zirconium suitable for use with ultra-high-purity materials?

Yes, zirconium crucibles are excellent for handling ultra-high-purity materials since they are highly non-reactive and maintain the purity of materials during high-temperature processes.
Can zirconium crucibles be used for crystal growth applications?

Yes, zirconium crucibles are suitable for growing crystals, especially in high-temperature processes where maintaining material purity is crucial. Their chemical stability and resistance to contamination make them ideal for handling materials such as sapphire, silicon, and other advanced crystals.
How can I order Zirconium products from AEM Metal?

Ordering is simple. Start by sending us an inquiry. We'll respond with an official quote. If our products and prices meet your needs, issue a PO or we'll send a PI for your purchase.
What is the lead time for Zirconium orders?

It usually takes 3-4 weeks. Lead times can vary based on the order size and customization requirements. We work closely with our clients to provide accurate delivery timelines.

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