Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Aluminum slug, 6.35mm (0.25in) dia x 6.35mm (0.25in) length, Puratronic™, 99.999% (metals basis)
Quantity/Pack Size – 250g, 50g
Form – Slug (cylindrical)
Grade – Puratronic™ (99.999% metals basis)
Application – High-precision analytical testing, material research, calibration standards
Product Overview
This Puratronic™ grade aluminum slug delivers exceptional purity at 99.999% (metals basis), making it an indispensable material for laboratories demanding ultra-low impurity levels. Each slug measures precisely 6.35mm (0.25in) in both diameter and length, ensuring consistency for repeatable experimental conditions. The cylindrical form factor provides optimal surface area for sample preparation while minimizing oxidation exposure. Engineered through advanced refining processes, this aluminum maintains trace element concentrations below parts-per-million thresholds, critical for sensitive analytical techniques. The material’s homogeneous composition eliminates variability that could compromise research integrity. Packaged under controlled conditions to prevent contamination, these slugs arrive ready for immediate use in high-vacuum environments or inert atmosphere applications. Their standardized dimensions enable seamless integration with most laboratory equipment and sample holders. The 99.999% purity specification exceeds typical commercial aluminum grades by orders of magnitude, making this product particularly valuable for applications where trace impurities could significantly impact results.
FAQs
1. What is the difference between Puratronic™ and standard aluminum grades?
Puratronic™ represents the highest purity classification for metals, with total metallic impurities controlled below 10ppm, whereas standard aluminum grades typically contain 1-5% alloying elements and higher impurity levels that can interfere with sensitive analyses.
2. Can these slugs be machined further without compromising purity?
While machining is possible, it should be performed using diamond or ceramic tools in a cleanroom environment to prevent contamination, as conventional machining processes may introduce impurities from cutting fluids or tool wear.
3. What certification documentation accompanies these aluminum slugs?
Each batch includes a certificate of analysis detailing the actual impurity profile measured via glow discharge mass spectrometry, along with traceability information to the specific production lot.
4. How should these high-purity aluminum slugs be stored to maintain their specifications?
Store in their original packaging under argon or nitrogen atmosphere at room temperature, avoiding exposure to humidity or corrosive gases that could form surface oxides.
5. Are there any special handling precautions for these ultra-pure aluminum samples?
Always use powder-free nitrile gloves and stainless steel tools when handling to prevent contamination from skin oils or reactive metals, and avoid contact with copper or iron surfaces that could transfer trace elements.
