Tantalum Foil/Strip

• Procurement of Raw Material:
  • Conflict-Free Sourcing: Procure tantalum materials certified as conflict-free, adhering to the standards of the Responsible Minerals Assurance Process (RMAP).
• Powder Metallurgy:
  • Powder Preparation: High purity tantalum powder (99.95%) is prepared through chemical reduction processes to ensure uniform morphology.
  • Powder Mixing: The tantalum powder is mixed meticulously with alloying elements if necessary, to enhance specific properties.
• Primary Processing:
  • Compacting: The powder mixture is compacted at pressures reaching up to 2000 bar, forming a green compact.
  • Sintering: The green compact undergoes sintering in specialized furnaces at temperatures exceeding 2000 °C, achieving desired density and microstructure formation.
• Secondary Processing:
  • Rolling: The sintered material is rolled into sheets, with thickness precisely controlled to produce foil/strip.
  • Heat Treatment: Subsequent heat treatment to refine the microstructure and enhance properties.
• Quality Control:
  • Testing: Comprehensive testing for mechanical properties and purity, ensuring compliance with ASTM B708 and ASTM F560 standards.
  • Certification: Products are certified, affirming their compliance with requisite industry standards and high purity levels.
• Finishing:
  • Cutting and Shaping: The sheets are cut into foil and strips, and further shaped based on specific customer requirements.
  • Surface Treatment: Surface treatments to enhance properties like corrosion resistance and ductility.
• Packaging and Delivery:
  • Packaging: Products are packaged with utmost care to prevent any damages during transit.
  • Delivery: Timely delivery to meet customer timelines, maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and service.
• Customer Support:
  • After-Sales Support: Continued support to assist with any queries or requirements post-purchase.
  • Feedback and Improvement: Actively seeking customer feedback to continuously improve our processes and product offerings.
• Commitment to Excellence:
  • Innovation: Continual investment in R&D to innovate and improve the product line.
  • Sustainability: Commitment to sustainable practices to reduce environmental impact.

At EPI Materials, we take pride in our state-of-the-art production process, guaranteeing premium quality with every order. Your trust fuels our unwavering commitment to excellence in offering the finest Tantalum Foil and Strip in the industry.

Tantalum foil and strip find their applications in a variety of sectors due to their excellent properties such as high melting points, excellent corrosion resistance, and good mechanical properties. Here are some notable applications and use cases:

• Electronics and Semiconductors:
  • Capacitor Manufacturing: Tantalum foil is a popular choice in the production of capacitors, particularly in the electronics industry, where it is prized for its ability to hold high electrical charges.
  • Sputtering Targets: Utilized in the deposition of thin-film layers in semiconductor fabrication processes.
  • Shielding: Acts as effective shielding material in electronic components to prevent interference and noise.
  • Resistors: Used in thin-film resistors due to its stability and high resistivity.

• Healthcare and Medical:
  • Medical Implants: Tantalum’s excellent biocompatibility makes it suitable for a range of surgical implants and medical devices, complying with ASTM F560 standards.
  • Radiographic Equipment: Utilized in radiographic equipment for its radiation-absorbing properties.
• Aerospace and Defense:
  • Aircraft Components: Employed in the aerospace sector for the manufacture of critical components that can withstand high temperatures and corrosive environments.
  • Defensive Shields: Integrated into defense technology as shielding due to its high-density attributes.
• Chemical Processing:
  • Corrosion-Resistant Linings: Used in the lining of vessels, pipes, and valves in chemical processing industries due to its excellent resistance to corrosion by acids.
  • Heat Exchangers: Finds use in heat exchangers and condensers in corrosive environments.
• Manufacturing and Industrial:
  • Forming Tools and Dies: Due to its hardness and high melting point, it is used in forming tools and dies that require high temperature resistance.
  • Filaments: Incorporated in the manufacturing of filaments in lighting and electronic devices.
• Research and Development:
  • Material Research: Often used in material research facilities for studying high-temperature and corrosion-resistant materials.
  • Laboratory Equipment: Utilized in the production of laboratory equipment which demands materials with high corrosion resistance and durability.
• Consumer Products:
  • Jewelry and Watches: Used in high-end jewelry and watch components for its luster and resistance to wear and tarnish.

At EPI Materials, we strive to meet the diverse needs of various industries by offering Tantalum foil and strip of the highest quality, facilitating innovation and advancements in technology and infrastructure.