NB1320 Superconducting Niobium Rods & Ingots

Superconducting Niobium Rods & Ingots Description

Superconducting Niobium Rods & Ingots are crafted from high-purity niobium, renowned for their superconducting properties. These rods and ingots exhibit zero electrical resistance at low temperatures, making them essential components in various superconducting applications such as particle accelerators, MRI machines, and quantum computing. Their high critical temperature and critical magnetic field ensure stable and efficient superconducting performance. Stanford Advanced Materials specializes in producing premium-grade Superconducting Niobium Rods & Ingots, meeting the stringent requirements of research laboratories and high-tech industries for reliable superconducting materials.

Superconducting Niobium Rods & Ingots Specifications

Residual Resistance Ration (RRR): ≥300

Size: Φ200-295×1500 mm

Superconducting Niobium Rods & Ingots Applications

1. Particle Accelerators: Used in superconducting radiofrequency (SRF) cavities for particle acceleration in accelerators like the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) and synchrotron light sources.

2. MRI Machines: Utilized in the construction of superconducting magnets for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines in healthcare facilities, providing high-resolution images for medical diagnostics.

3. Quantum Computing: Employed in quantum computing systems as qubit components due to their superconducting properties, enabling the development of high-speed and low-energy-consumption computing devices.

4. Magnetic Levitation (Maglev) Trains: Used in the magnetic levitation systems of high-speed trains for frictionless movement and efficient transportation.

5. Energy Storage: Utilized in superconducting magnetic energy storage (SMES) systems for efficient energy storage and release, contributing to grid stabilization and renewable energy integration.

6. High-Energy Physics Research: Applied in experiments studying fundamental particles and forces, such as those conducted at particle physics laboratories and colliders.

7. Electromagnetic Shielding: Employed in magnetic shielding applications, protecting sensitive electronic equipment from external electromagnetic interference.

Superconducting Niobium Rods & Ingots Packaging

Our Superconducting Niobium Rods & Ingots are clearly tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.

FAQs

Q1: What is the superconducting transition temperature of Niobium?

A1: Niobium has a relatively high superconducting transition temperature of 9.25 K (-263.9°C), making it one of the most widely used superconducting materials for low-temperature applications. This allows it to be used in environments like cryogenic systems, with liquid helium cooling.

Q2: How do Superconducting Niobium Rods and Ingots differ from regular Niobium?

A2: Superconducting niobium rods and ingots are processed specifically to enhance their superconducting properties. Unlike regular niobium, which is mainly used for its high strength and heat resistance, superconducting niobium undergoes additional steps like purification, special alloying, and heat treatment to ensure its ability to exhibit superconductivity at low temperatures. These materials also have controlled microstructures to optimize their electrical and magnetic properties in superconducting applications.

Q3: Are Superconducting Niobium Rods and Ingots difficult to handle or store?

A3: Superconducting Niobium rods and ingots are not particularly difficult to handle, but they should be stored in a clean, dry environment to prevent contamination or damage. Care should be taken to avoid physical impacts that could affect the material’s superconducting properties. For applications involving very low temperatures, special cryogenic handling equipment is required to keep the niobium in its superconducting state.