BM1297 Amorphous Boron Powder

Amorphous Boron Powder Description

Amorphous Boron Powder is a black or dark brown powder with the chemical symbol B. It has a melting point of 2076°C and a boiling point of 3927°C. Boron exists in multiple allotropic forms, with amorphous boron appearing as a brown powder and crystalline boron as a gray-black solid.

Unlike crystalline boron, which is inert, amorphous boron is highly reactive. It has a hardness comparable to diamond and exhibits high electrical resistance. At room temperature, it is a weak conductor, but its conductivity increases with temperature, making it a good conductor at high temperatures.

In nature, boron is primarily found in the form of boric acid and borates. Amorphous boron powder can form explosive mixtures with air and is soluble in boiling nitric acid and sulfuric acid. It can also dissolve in most molten metals, such as copper, iron, manganese, aluminum, and calcium.

Amorphous Boron Powder Specifications

Amorphous Boron Powder Applications

• Metallurgy: Used in special alloy steel smelting and steel refining to purify molten steel by removing gases.
• Electronics: Serves as an ignition fuel in electronic industries.
• Nuclear Industry: Used in control rods of nuclear reactors due to its neutron absorption properties.
• Aerospace & Defense: Utilized as a high-energy fuel in rockets and other aerospace applications.
• Chemical Industry: A key raw material for producing high-purity boron halides and various borides.
• Catalysis: Functions as a catalyst in organic chemical reactions.
• Ceramics & Pharmaceuticals: Applied in advanced ceramics and medical industries for specialized uses.

Amorphous Boron Powder Packaging

1KG/25KG, or as required
Our amorphous boron powder is clearly tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.

FAQs

Q1. What is Amorphous Boron Powder?

Amorphous boron powder is a black or dark brown powder with high purity, uniform particle size, and excellent sphericity. Unlike crystalline boron, it is highly reactive and widely used in industrial applications.

Q2. What are the main applications of Amorphous Boron Powder?

Amorphous boron powder is used in:

• Metallurgy - Special alloy steel production and molten steel purification.
• Electronics - Ignition fuel for electronic components.
• Nuclear Industry - Control rods for nuclear reactors.
• Aerospace & Defense - High-energy fuel for rockets and pyrotechnics.
• Chemical Industry - Production of high-purity boron halides and borides.

Q3. Is Amorphous Boron Powder flammable or explosive?

Yes, amorphous boron powder can form explosive mixtures with air, so it should be handled with care, stored in a dry and ventilated area, and kept away from open flames.