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Tantalum Capillary

Tantalum capillary tubes are renowned for their splendid metallic luster, resistance to color change through hydrogenation and oxidation, impeccable surface free of scratches, and remarkable resistance to deformation, setting a gold standard in the industry. At EPI Materials, our passion for excellence is reflected in the wide array of products we offer. Our range extends far beyond Tantalum Capillary; we are your one-stop destination for high-quality Tantalum Sheet/Plate, Tantalum Foil/Strip, Tantalum Rod/Bar, and Tantalum Tube/Pipe, meticulously crafted to meet diverse industry needs.

Description

Specifications

Outer Diameter 0.008’’- 0.3’’ (0.2 mm-8 mm)
Wall Thickness 0.0006’’- 0.04’’ (0.015 mm -1 mm)
Length 0.04’’-40’’ (1 mm -1000 mm) or Customized
Tolerance O.D.: ± 0.00012’’ (0.003 mm) W.T.: ± 0.0002’’ (0.005 mm) Length: ± 0.002’’ (0.05 mm)
Material UNS R05200, UNS R05400
Purity ≥99.95% or 99.99%
* Should you need larger dimensions, we invite you to explore our selection of Tantalum Tube/Pipe available.

Upon microscopic examination, both the inner and outer surfaces of the tantalum capillary tubes reveal a uniform metallic luster, unmarred by oxidation or hydrogenation discoloration. They maintain their pristine condition, devoid of scratches, deformations, or burrs.

Ingot Chemical Requirements (Composition, max weight %)
Element R05200 R05400
O 0.015 0.03
N 0.01 0.01
C 0.01 0.01
H 0.0015 0.0015
Nb 0.1 0.1
Mo 0.02 0.02
W 0.05 0.05
Ti 0.01 0.01
Si 0.005 0.005
Fe 0.01 0.01
Ni 0.01 0.01
Ta remainder remainder
* EPI Materials also supplies tantalum with an impressive purity level of 99.95%, rendering it perfectly suited for a wide variety of high-demand applications.

Medical Sector:

  • Surgical Implants and Prosthetics: Given its remarkable bio-compatibility, tantalum capillary tubes are utilized in manufacturing medical implants and prosthetics, facilitating swift integration with biological tissues without causing adverse reactions.
  • Medical Instrumentation: Tantalum’s resistance to corrosion and high melting point make it an ideal material for crafting intricate medical instruments, which require precision and durability.
  • Radiopaque Marker Bands: Employed in the creation of radiopaque marker bands, these tubes assist in enhancing the visibility of medical devices under X-ray imaging, thereby aiding in accurate device placement during surgeries.
  • X-Ray Tube Components: Serving as the filament lead tube of the cathode insulator in x-ray tubes, tantalum capillary tubes offer reliability and stability, ensuring optimal functioning and long service life for critical components in medical imaging equipment.

Industrial Applications:

  • Specialized Instrumentation: Utilized in the fabrication of high-precision instruments that not only demand materials with superior corrosion resistance and high-temperature endurance but also require extremely minute dimensions to maintain a high degree of accuracy and intricacy. These characteristics make tantalum capillaries an invaluable component in the creation of advanced and specialized instrumentation in various sectors.
  • Electrolytic Capacitors: Serving as a pivotal component in the manufacture of electrolytic capacitors, where its ability to form a thin protective oxide layer comes into play, ensuring efficient energy storage and release.
  • Liquid Tantalum Electrolytic Capacitors: Finding application in the manufacturing of liquid tantalum electrolytic capacitors, where their superior electrical properties make them an integral part in the production of high-efficiency and reliable capacitors used in various electronics.

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