Sahil Metals stands out as a trusted manufacturer and supplier of Zirconium Bars and Rods in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We pride ourselves on delivering top-notch materials specifically engineered for unique industrial applications. Our Zirconium Bars and Rods are renowned for their remarkable corrosion resistance, strength, and thermal stability, making them perfect for even the most challenging environments. At Sahil Metals, we ensure that every product adheres to international quality standards, providing dependable solutions for sectors like chemical processing, nuclear power, aerospace, marine, and medical. With cutting-edge manufacturing techniques and rigorous quality control, we guarantee that our Zirconium Bars and Rods offer durability, performance, and a long service life.
Zirconium Bars and Rods are mainly made from high-purity zirconium (Zr, ≥99.2%), often enhanced with small amounts of niobium, tin, or hafnium to boost their mechanical properties. They showcase impressive tensile strength ranging from 330–700 MPa, along with excellent ductility and toughness, even at high temperatures. Zirconium is incredibly resistant to corrosion in acids, alkalis, and seawater, making it a top choice for harsh environments. Plus, it boasts a high melting point (1,855°C), low thermal neutron absorption, and good biocompatibility, making these bars and rods ideal for nuclear, chemical, and medical applications.
| Standards : | ASTM B493 |
| Size : | 5.0mm diameter x L |
| Specification : | ASTM B550/550M-07 |
| Length : | 2m, 2.44m, 3m, or as required |
| Surface : | Turning, Grinding |
| Grade | Zr+Hf | Hf | Fe+Cr | Sn | H | N | C | O | Nb |
| R60702 | 99.2% | <4.5% | <0.20% | – | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.030% | <0.15% | – |
| R60704 | 97.5% | <4.5% | 0.2-0.4% | 1.0-2.0% | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.030% | <0.16% | – |
| R60705 | 95.5% | <4.5% | <0.2% | – | <0.005% | <0.015% | <0.050% | <0.16% | 2.0-3.0% |
| Molecular Weight | 91.22 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White |
| Melting Point | 1852 °C |
| Boiling Point | 3580 °C |
| Density | 6506 kg/m3 |
| Solubility in H2O | N/A |
| Electrical Resistivity | 40.0 microhm-cm @ 20 oC °C |
| Electronegativity | 1.4 Paulings |
| Heat of Fusion | 5.50 Cal/gm mole |
| Heat of Vaporization | 120 K-Cal/gm atom at 4377 °C |
| Poisson’s Ratio | 0.34 |
| Specific Heat | 0.0671 Cal/g/K @ 25 oC °C |
| Tensile Strength | 230 MPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.227 W/cm/K @ 298.2 K |
| Thermal Expansion | (25 °C) 5.7 µm·m-1·K-1 |
| Vickers Hardness | 903 MPa |
| Young’s Modulus | 88 GPa |
Zirconium Bars and Rods find extensive use in industries that demand corrosion resistance and high-temperature strength. In the nuclear field, they play a crucial role in cladding fuel rods due to their low neutron absorption. The chemical industry relies on them for reactors, heat exchangers, and piping systems that encounter corrosive acids. In marine applications, they stand up to seawater degradation, making them perfect for desalination plants and offshore equipment. Zirconium is also valued for its biocompatibility, further expanding its applications in various sectors.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Sahil Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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