Description
Tantalum is a very dense yet ductile metal that’s amenable to a variety of fabrication methods. It forms a stable protective layer of oxide on its surface, giving it a wide range of physical, mechanical and electrical properties. It is also biocompatible and completely corrosion resistant, making it suitable for a variety of uses.
Characteristics
- Silver-gray metal, strong and ductile
- Density @ 16.4 g/cm3
- Melting point @ 3017 deg C
- Almost 100% immune to chemical attacks if <150 deg C
- 99.9%-99.995% purity levels