Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Aluminum slug, 6.35mm (0.25in) dia x 12.7mm (0.50in) length, Puratronic™, 99.9995% (metals basis) 250g
Quantity/Pack Size – 250g
Form – Slug
Grade – Puratronic™, 99.9995% (metals basis)
Application – High-precision lab experiments, metallurgy, material science
Product Overview
This ultra-high-purity aluminum slug (99.9995% metals basis) is engineered for demanding laboratory applications where trace impurities can compromise results. The Puratronic™ grade ensures exceptional consistency, with residual metallic impurities reduced to parts-per-million levels. Each slug maintains precise dimensions of 6.35mm diameter and 12.7mm length, making them ideal for standardized testing protocols. The material’s high thermal and electrical conductivity, combined with its corrosion resistance, provides reliable performance in analytical instruments and specialized research setups. The 250g pack size offers sufficient quantity for repeated experiments while maintaining cost efficiency. Unlike lower-grade aluminum, this Puratronic™ material undergoes rigorous purification processes to eliminate common contaminants like iron, silicon, and copper, which could interfere with sensitive measurements. The slug form factor allows for easy handling and processing, whether for melting, machining, or direct use in experimental apparatus. Researchers working with semiconductor fabrication, thin-film deposition, or advanced materials characterization will particularly benefit from this grade’s superior purity profile.
FAQs
1. What is the difference between Puratronic™ and standard aluminum grades?
Puratronic™ aluminum undergoes additional purification steps to achieve 99.9995% purity, reducing trace metallic impurities to less than 10 ppm, while standard grades typically contain 100-1000 ppm impurities.
2. Can these slugs be used directly in vacuum deposition systems?
Yes, the high purity and low outgassing properties make these slugs suitable for vacuum environments, though proper degassing procedures are recommended before use.
3. What is the typical surface finish of these aluminum slugs?
The slugs have a machined finish with minimal surface oxidation, though a light cleaning with acetone may be advisable before critical applications.
4. How should these high-purity aluminum slugs be stored to maintain their properties?
Store in a dry, inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon) at room temperature, avoiding exposure to moisture or corrosive gases that could form surface oxides.
5. Are these slugs compatible with standard aluminum etching solutions?
The high purity makes them compatible with most aluminum etchants, though etching rates may differ slightly from lower-grade aluminum due to the reduced impurity content.
