Description

Osmium Alloy, Base, Os 97,Rh 2.8 is a high-performance, specialized precious metal alloy composed primarily of osmium with a significant addition of rhodium. This specific composition is engineered to deliver exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and stability under extreme conditions, making it a critical material for advanced industrial applications. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in sectors requiring durable, corrosion-resistant components and specialized catalytic or electrical contacts.

Application

• Electrical Contacts & Spark Plugs: Used in high-reliability electrical components and aviation spark plugs due to its excellent electrical conductivity and resistance to arc erosion.
• Precision Instrument Pivots & Bearings: Ideal for the pivots in compasses, chronometers, and other sensitive instruments where minimal friction and long-term dimensional stability are paramount.
• Specialized Catalysis: Employed as a catalyst or catalyst precursor in specific hydrogenation and oxidation reactions within fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis.
• Fountain Pen Nibs: Serves as the ultra-hard, wear-resistant tipping material for high-end fountain pen nibs, providing a smooth writing experience.
• Medical Implants & Surgical Tools: Utilized in specialized surgical tools and certain long-term implantable devices where biocompatibility and extreme durability are required.
• Research & Development: Used in laboratory settings for experiments involving high-pressure chemistry, material science studies on alloy behavior, and as a standard in analytical methods.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Osmium Alloy, Base, Os 97,Rh 2.8
CAS No.	64941-53-3
Molecular Formula	Alloy (Os/Rh)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Osmium-Rhodium Alloy (97/2.8); OsRh Alloy; Rhodium-modified Osmium Alloy; Precious Metal Alloy Os97Rh2.8; Hard Metal Alloy Os-Rh; Osmium Base Alloy with Rhodium; Instrument Grade Osmium Alloy
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Osmium Alloy, Base, Os 97,Rh 2.8 is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with precise compositional specifications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques such as Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emission Spectrometry (ICP-OES) to verify the exact osmium and rhodium content. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the assay and confirming the absence of significant detrimental impurities is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. Due to the high value and density of the material, secure storage is recommended.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Metallic solid, typically powder, sponge, or ingot
Assay (Os Content)	97.0% min
Assay (Rh Content)	2.8% ± 0.2%
Total Other Metals	< 0.2%
Identification (XRD/ICP)	Conforms

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