Boron Foil Description
Boron Foil is a thin sheet of boron metal or boron-containing material. Boron foil is a versatile material with unique properties such as high melting point, hardness, and neutron absorption capability. Its applications span across various industries, including nuclear, semiconductor, aerospace, defense, scientific research, and medical fields. The production methods ensure that the boron foil meets specific thickness and quality requirements, making it suitable for a wide range of high-performance applications.
Boron Foil Specification
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CAS no.
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7440-42-8
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Composition
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Boron
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Thickness
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2-3 mm
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Length
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10, 25, 50 mm
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Melting Point
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2079 °C
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Boiling Point
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2550 °C
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Purity
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99%
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Density
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2.34g/cm3
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Boron Foil Application
- Nuclear Industry: Boron Foils are used in nuclear reactors as control rods. Boron has a high neutron cross-section, meaning it can absorb neutrons efficiently. This property is crucial for controlling the fission process in nuclear reactors.
- Semiconductor Industry: Boron is used in the doping process to modify the electrical properties of semiconductors. Boron Foils can be a source of boron in these processes.
- High-Temperature Applications: Due to their high melting point and thermal stability, Boron Foils are used in high-temperature furnaces and as components in high-temperature equipment.
- Abrasives and Cutting Tools: Given its hardness, boron is used in the production of abrasives and cutting tools, although Boron Foils themselves are more commonly found in research and specialized industrial applications.
- Research and Development: Boron Foils are used in various scientific experiments and R&D applications due to their unique properties.
- Advanced Materials: They are used in the production of advanced materials, such as boron nitride and boron carbide, which have applications in armor, high-performance ceramics, and more.
Boron Foil Packaging
Our Boron Foil is carefully handled during storage and transportation to preserve the quality of our product in its original condition.
Boron Foil FAQs
Q1: How is boron foil manufactured?
Rolling: Thin sheets of boron are produced by rolling boron ingots or powders under high pressure.
Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Boron is deposited onto a substrate to form a thin, uniform layer of boron foil.
Q2: Why is boron foil used in the nuclear industry?
Boron foil is used as a neutron absorber in nuclear reactors due to its high neutron cross-section. This helps control the fission process and provides radiation shielding.
Q3: How does boron foil benefit the semiconductor industry?
Boron foil is used as a doping source in the semiconductor industry to introduce boron atoms into semiconductor materials, modifying their electrical properties and enhancing performance.
