Cobalt Powder
MetalsTek Engineering is a trusted supplier of Cobalt Powders. We hold various cobalt powders, including Cobalt Spherical Powder, Nano Cobalt Powder, Micron Cobalt Powder, Cobalt Powder for Diamond Tools, and more.
Cobalt Powder Product List
Spherical Cobalt Powder
Material: Cobalt, Co
Purity: 99% Min
Densities: 5g/cc Bulk Density, 6.0g/cc Tap Density
Particle Size: 15~150μm
Flow Rate: ≤12.0s/50g
Chemical Compositions (%)
| Co | Bal. | Mo | <0.003 | Si | <0.002 |
| Ta | <0.05 | Ni | <0.002 | Cr | <0.002 |
| W | <0.005 | Al | <0.002 | Ti | <0.002 |
| Fe | <0.005 | Mn | <0.002 | Cu | <0.001 |
- Magnetic Materials: Widely employed in the production of permanent magnets, including neodymium magnets utilized in computer hard drives, electric motors, and audio speakers.
- Battery Materials: Vital component in lithium-ion batteries, enhancing energy density and stability, thus extensively used in electronic devices like smartphones, laptops, and electric vehicles.
- Catalysts: Functions as a catalyst in numerous chemical reactions such as Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, ammonia synthesis, and hydrogenation, commonly utilized in petrochemical production and refining processes.
- Pigments: Utilized as a blue pigment in ceramics, glass, and paints, renowned for producing vibrant and durable colors in cobalt blues and greens.
- Aerospace and Defense: Employed in aerospace applications such as coatings for turbine blades and high-temperature alloys in jet engines. Additionally, utilized in defense-related applications like armor-piercing ammunition.
- Electronics and Electrical Devices: Utilized in electronics for various applications including conductive pastes, printed circuit boards, and magnetic recording media.
Cobalt Powder for Diamond Tools
Material: Cobalt, Co
Purity: 99.9% Min.
Flow Densities: 0.4-0.75 g/cm3
Particle Size: FSSS- 1.3-1.7μm
Compositions(%): Co:99.9 Ni:0.005 Cu:0.002 Fe:0.005 Pb:0.005
Nano Cobalt Powder
Material: Cobalt, CAS # 7440-48-4
Purity: >99.9%
Bulk Density: 0.19-1.23 g/cc
Particle Size(APS): 50~300nm
Specific Surface Area: 40.3-10.3 m2/g
Micro Cobalt Powder
Material: Cobalt, CAS # 7440-48-4
Purity: >99.9%
Particle Size(APS): 40~50μm
Main Applications: Cemented Carbide, Diamond Tools, Superalloys, Magnetic Materials
Applications
Cobalt Powder is utilized in various applications, including producing alloys for lithium-ion batteries and magnetic, wear-resistant, and high-strength products. It is also used in electroplating due to its hardness and in the manufacture of lithium-ion batteries due to its high strength and wear resistance. Cobalt Powder is a ferromagnetic metal and is used primarily in the production of magnetic and high-strength superalloys. Due to its wear resistance, strength, and durability, it is also employed in 3D printing for biomedical, aerospace, and automotive applications. Additionally, Cobalt Powder is used in surface coating deposition techniques to make surfaces harder and more resilient against wear and corrosion.
Cobalt Powder Applications
Cobalt Powder is commonly used in the following applications:
1. Metal Additive Manufacturing: Cobalt Powder is utilized in metal additive manufacturing processes such as selective laser melting (SLM) and electron beam melting (EBM) to produce complex metal parts with high precision and mechanical properties. It is often alloyed with other metals such as chromium, nickel, and tungsten to enhance specific characteristics like strength and corrosion resistance.
2. Hardfacing and Thermal Spraying: Cobalt Powder is employed in hardfacing applications to improve metal surfaces’ wear resistance and durability. It is sprayed onto surfaces using thermal spraying to create a protective coating that can withstand abrasion, erosion, and corrosion in harsh environments.
3. Catalysis: Cobalt Powder catalyzes various chemical processes, including hydrogenation, oxidation, and Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. It facilitates chemical reactions by providing a surface for reactants to interact and form desired products.
4. Battery Materials: Cobalt Powder is a crucial component in the cathode materials of lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and energy storage systems. It helps improve battery performance, energy density, and stability.
5. Diamond Tools: Cobalt Powder is a binder material that produces diamond tools such as saw blades, grinding wheels, and drill bits. It helps hold the diamond abrasive particles together and enhances the tool’s cutting performance and lifespan.
6. Magnetic Materials: Cobalt Powder is used for producers, including soft magnetic materials used in magnetic recording media and hard magnetic materials used in permanent magnets.
7. Chemical and Metallurgical Processes: Cobalt Powder is employed in various chemical and metallurgical processes, including metal injection molding, powder metallurgy, and metal surface treatment.
Packaging
Our Cobalt Powders are clearly labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. To prevent any damage during storage or transportation, we take great care.