Description

Cadmium, Sponge is a highly reactive, porous metallic form of cadmium, valued for its high surface area and utility in specialized synthesis and alloying processes. Its unique physical form makes it an essential precursor for producing high-purity cadmium compounds and specialized metal alloys. This material is primarily sought by manufacturers and research facilities in the metallurgical, electronic, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Precursor for Cadmium Compounds: Used in the synthesis of high-purity cadmium salts, oxides, and sulfides for electronic and optical applications.
• Alloy Production: A key component in the manufacture of specialized low-melting-point alloys, solder alloys, and bearing alloys.
• Electroplating & Coatings: Serves as a source material for cadmium electroplating baths, providing corrosion-resistant coatings on steel and other metals.
• Catalyst & Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a reducing agent or catalyst in specific organic and inorganic chemical reactions.
• Nuclear Industry: Utilized in neutron absorption applications due to cadmium's high thermal neutron capture cross-section.
• Battery Research: Investigated in the development and prototyping of nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) and other advanced battery systems.
• Semiconductor Doping: Used in the production of certain compound semiconductors like cadmium telluride (CdTe) for photovoltaic cells.
• Laboratory & Analytical Reagent: Acts as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and metallurgical testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cadmium, Sponge
CAS No.	69011-70-7
Molecular Formula	Cd
Molecular Weight	112.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Cadmium Metal Sponge; Sponge Cadmium; Cadmium Sponge Metal; Cadmium, metallic sponge; Reactive Cadmium; Porous Cadmium; Cadmium Powder (porous form); Cadmium Catalyst Grade
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Quality Control

Our Cadmium Sponge is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay (Cd content), trace metal impurities, and physical characteristics. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of industrial and research applications, ensuring reliable performance in your processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray, porous metallic sponge
Assay (Cd)	≥ 99.5%
Lead (Pb)	≤ 0.01%
Zinc (Zn)	≤ 0.005%
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.005%
Thallium (Tl)	≤ 0.001%
Particle Size	Customizable (e.g., 1-5 mm pieces)

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