Rhenium powder

The Rhenium powder is one of the rarest and most valuable technology metals in the world. With its exceptionally high melting temperature of around 3,180 °C and its high density, it is an indispensable material for the most demanding high-tech applications. Whether in the Aerospace, in the Semiconductor Technology & Electronics or as Catalyst in the chemical industry - Rhenium powder offers properties that hardly any other metal can match.

Properties and advantages of rhenium powder

• Thermal stability: Rhenium has the second-highest melting temperature of all metals and retains its strength even in extreme heat.
• Corrosion resistance: The powder resists oxidising and aggressive environments, which makes it ideal for high-temperature processes.
• Electrical conductivity: Rhenium powder is used in electronic components and highly specialised contacts.
• Catalytic effect: Rhenium is an established component of catalysts in the chemical and petrochemical industries, particularly in reforming processes.

Applications of rhenium powder

Aerospace

Rhenium powder is used to produce high-performance superalloys, which are used in engine turbine blades, for example. These alloys can withstand extreme temperatures and mechanical stress, thereby increasing service life and efficiency.

Electronics and semiconductor technology

Thanks to its excellent conductivity, rhenium is used in highly specialised electrical contacts, thermocouples and filaments. There are parallels here with the applications of our Nano metal powder which are also optimised for electronics and high-tech production.

Chemical industry

As a component of platinum-rhenium catalysts, the powder plays a key role in reforming processes in refineries, improving the octane rating of fuels.

Medical applications

Rhenium isotopes are used in nuclear medicine for targeted radiotherapy, while the powder is used in highly specialised medical devices.

Technical properties (example values, customisable according to specification)

• Purity: ≥ 99.9 %
• Melting point: 3.180 °C
• Density: 21.0 g/cm³
• Grain size: Customised, usually in the µm range (e.g. D50: 5-20 µm)
• Structure: spherical or irregular, depending on the manufacturing process

Sustainability and availability

Rhenium is a rare metal that is primarily a by-product of molybdenum and copper extraction. Due to the scarcity of deposits, a reliable and high-quality source of supply is crucial. NMD Metal Powders offers you tested quality with a controlled supply chain to ensure production reliability.

Conclusion

Rhenium powder is an indispensable technology metal for industries that depend on maximum performance, temperature resistance and reliability. Whether in the Aerospace, in the Electrical engineering or in the chemical industry - with rhenium you can be sure of a material that makes the difference. Rely on the expertise of NMD Metal Powders to source rhenium powder of proven quality for your projects.