Description

Zirconium Hydride is an inorganic chemical compound valued for its unique properties as a hydrogen storage material and a powerful reducing agent. Its ability to release hydrogen upon heating makes it a critical component in specialized metallurgical and nuclear applications. This material is essential for industries including aerospace, nuclear energy, and advanced ceramics manufacturing, where precise material performance is paramount.

Application

• Hydrogen Storage and Gettering: Used as a solid-state hydrogen source and getter material in vacuum tubes and other sealed systems to absorb residual gases.
• Powder Metallurgy: Acts as a reducing agent and alloying additive in the production of specialty zirconium alloys and metal matrix composites.
• Nuclear Industry: Employed as a neutron moderator and in control rod components due to its favorable nuclear cross-section.
• Pyrotechnics and Incendiaries: Serves as a fuel component in high-temperature pyrotechnic mixtures and flares.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a strong reducing agent in the synthesis of other metal hydrides and inorganic compounds.
• Ceramic and Cermet Production: Functions as a precursor material in the fabrication of advanced zirconium-based ceramics and ceramic-metal composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zirconium Hydride
CAS No.	11105-16-1
Molecular Formula	ZrH2 (typically non-stoichiometric, ZrHx)
Molecular Weight	93.24 g/mol (for ZrH2)
Synonyms	Zirconium Dihydride; Zirconium(II) Hydride; Zirconium Hydrogen Alloy; Hydrided Zirconium Powder; Zirconium-Hydrogen Alloy; ZrH2; Zirconium Hydride Powder
EINECS	234-823-5

Quality Control

Our Zirconium Hydride is manufactured under stringent process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including hydrogen content analysis, metallic impurity profiling, and particle size distribution. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with agreed technical specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), it is recommended to handle and store this material under an inert gas atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maintain product integrity. Keep away from strong oxidizers, acids, and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Hydrogen Content	1.8 - 2.1 % (wt.)
Zirconium (Zr) Content	≥ 97.5 %
Particle Size (D50)	1 - 50 µm (customizable)
Metallic Impurities (Fe, Al, etc.)	< 0.5 % (total)
Oxygen Content	< 0.8 %
Nitrogen Content	< 0.1 %
Bulk Density	2.0 - 3.5 g/cm³

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.