Metal Technology

Nickel forms an adherent oxide film that provides its corrosion resistance up to temperatures around 600°C. It's highly resistant to alkalis and most acids, however, it is attacked by oxidizing acids like nitric and by salt solutions containing oxidizing species.

Zirconium is our most effective crucible material for fusions using sodium carbonate or sodium peroxide. It is an excellent low-cost replacement for platinum.

Inconel® alloy 601 has excellent resistance to oxidation in the 1000° to 1200°C temperature range and also has good corrosion resistance to many acid and aqueous salt solutions.

Inconel® alloy 601 has excellent resistance to oxidation in the 1000° to 1200°C temperature range and also has good corrosion resistance to many acid and aqueous salt solutions.

Zirconium is our most effective crucible material for fusions using sodium carbonate or sodium peroxide. It is an excellent low-cost replacement for platinum.

Nickel forms an adherent oxide film that provides its corrosion resistance up to temperatures around 600°C. It's highly resistant to alkalis and most acids, however, it is attacked by oxidizing acids like nitric and by salt solutions containing oxidizing species.