ASTM B551 Zirconium Plate

Grades Available:

R60702 (Zr702, 99.2% Zr) - Optimal corrosion resistance

R60705 (Zr705, Zr-2.5Nb) - Enhanced mechanical strength

R60804 (Zr-4) - Nuclear grade with Sn/Fe/Cr alloy

Standards: ASTM B551, ASME SB-551, ISO 16143

Key Properties:
✓ Exceptional corrosion resistance (HCl, H₂SO₄, seawater)
✓ Low thermal neutron absorption (0.18 barns)
✓ High melting point (1852°C/3366°F)
✓ Biocompatible (ASTM F2384 for medical implants)

Surface Finishes:

• Mill finish (as-rolled)

• Pickled (oxide-free)

• Mirror polished (Ra<0.4μm)

• Grit blasted (textured for adhesion)

Industrial Applications:

• Nuclear: Fuel cladding, reactor components

• Chemical: Reactor vessels, heat exchangers

• Medical: Orthopedic/dental implants

• Marine: Desalination plants, offshore platforms