Tin powder is a universally applicable Metal powderwhich is used in the additive manufacturingthe Powder metallurgy and in Soldering applications plays a central role. With a purity of over 99.9 % Tin it impresses with its defined melting properties, high process stability and uniform flow behaviour. Tin powder is therefore a key component for numerous industries that depend on precise, reliable and reproducible production processes.
Properties and advantages
- High purity: Over 99.9 % tin guarantees consistent material quality and reliable processes.
- Excellent flow properties: For homogeneous powder distribution in additive processes and sintering processes.
- Defined melting point: Approx. 232 °C - ideal for soldering and coating processes.
- Wide range of applications: From electronics and additive manufacturing to surface coatings.
- Lead-free & RoHS compliant: Sustainable solution for modern industries and manufacturing standards.
Areas of application
Soldering technology
Tin powder is an important component of Solder powders for Hard and soft soldering applications. It enables clean wetting, stable connections and reproducible results. It is mainly used in the Semiconductor Technology & Electronicsbut also in the Electrical engineeringwhere secure contacts are essential.
Additive manufacturing & powder metallurgy
In the additive manufacturing and Powder metallurgy tin powder is characterised by its uniform particle morphology and high purity. It is used for High-precision components used in industries such as the Automotive industrythe Aerospace and in the Machine and tool construction are used. Here, dimensional stability, reproducibility and material quality are crucial for the function of the end products.
Surface coating
As base material for Surface coatings tin powder is used to produce anti-corrosion coatings and conductive surfaces. These are mainly used in the Power generation and in the Electrical engineering where both protection against environmental influences and electrical conductivity are crucial.
Industries in detail
Automotive industry
In the Automotive industry tin powder is used for Sintered parts, contact coatings and solder pastes used. It is used in control units, sensors, cable connections and safety-relevant assemblies. Thanks to its combination of high purity and stable melting properties, it makes a significant contribution to the reliability of electronic systems.
Aerospace
In the Aerospace tin powder is a strategically important material. It enables the additive manufacturing of lightweight, highly stable components and ensures reliable connections in electronic control systems. Reproducible quality and exact specifications are crucial, especially where extreme conditions prevail.
Machine and tool construction
In the Machine and tool construction tin powder is used for Sintered moulded parts and Alloy-based materials used. This makes it possible to produce components with high wear resistance that fulfil the requirements of production machines and tools.
Electrical engineering
In the Electrical engineering tin powder plays a central role in the production of solder pastes, electrical contacts and PCB coatings. The excellent conductivity of tin combined with its good wettability makes it an indispensable raw material.
Power generation
In the Power generation tin powder is used for surface coating and contacting components that are subject to high loads. It contributes to Durability and efficiency of power generation plants and is increasingly being used in the field of renewable energies.
Technical properties
- Composition: Sn > 99.9 %
- Melting point: approx. 232 °C
- Grain size: Customised (e.g. T3/T4 or defined micron ranges)
- Particle morphology: Spherical, evenly distributed
- Purity: Very high, low oxidation
Sustainability & regulation
Tin powder is lead-free and RoHS-compliant. It supports environmentally friendly manufacturing processes, reduces reject rates and enables the sustainable use of resources in the production process. additive manufacturing and Powder metallurgy.
Conclusion
Tin powder is a key material for modern industries - from the Automotive industry about the Aerospace up to the Electrical engineering and Power generation. Thanks to its versatility, it is used in the additive manufacturing, in Sintering processes and in the Soldering technology used.
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