Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Magnesium powder, -325 mesh, 99.8%
Quantity/Pack Size – 500g, 4x500g, 100g, 10g
Form – Powder
Grade – 99.8% purity
Application – Chemical synthesis, pyrotechnics, metallurgy
Product Overview
This 99.8% pure magnesium powder (-325 mesh) offers exceptional fineness and reactivity, making it a critical reagent for high-precision laboratory applications. The ultra-fine particle size ensures uniform dispersion and rapid reaction kinetics, essential for processes requiring controlled exothermic reactions or alloy formation. Its high purity minimizes impurities, reducing experimental variability and ensuring consistent results. The powder’s fine mesh size enhances surface area, optimizing its performance in pyrotechnic formulations, metallurgical processes, and as a reducing agent in organic synthesis. Packaged in airtight containers to prevent oxidation, this magnesium powder maintains its stability and reactivity over extended storage periods. Whether used in small-scale experiments or bulk synthesis, its uniform particle distribution guarantees reproducibility, while its high thermal conductivity supports efficient heat transfer in specialized applications. The product adheres to stringent quality controls, ensuring compliance with analytical and industrial standards.
FAQs
1. What is the particle size distribution of this magnesium powder?
The powder has a -325 mesh size, meaning all particles pass through a 325-mesh sieve, ensuring a maximum particle diameter of approximately 44 microns for uniform reactivity.
2. Is this magnesium powder compatible with aqueous solutions?
Magnesium powder reacts vigorously with water, releasing hydrogen gas. It should be handled in anhydrous conditions or inert atmospheres to prevent unintended reactions.
3. Are there lower-purity alternatives available for cost-sensitive applications?
Lower-grade magnesium powders (e.g., 98% or 95% purity) exist but may introduce impurities that affect reaction outcomes. This 99.8% grade is recommended for precision work.
4. How should this powder be stored to maintain its reactivity?
Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers under argon or nitrogen gas to prevent oxidation. Avoid exposure to moisture or air.
5. Can this powder be used for creating magnesium alloys?
Yes, its high purity and fine particle size make it suitable for alloying with metals like aluminum or zinc, provided proper melting and mixing protocols are followed.
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