High quality CAS 7440-42-8 Boron powder

Overview of Boron powder

Boron powder, also known as amorphous boron, is a dark-hued powder that exhibits notable chemical reactivity yet remains stable at ambient temperatures. It possesses a high energy density, both by mass andine and hydrofluoric acid solutions, and it can readily react with fluorine at room temperature. When heated to 300 degrees Celsius, boron powder undergoes oxidation, and its ignition temperature is remarkably high, requiring temperatures of 700 degrees Celsius to combust. Furthermore, boron powder can react with various elements, including oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur, and can also form borides through direct combination with certain metals.

Amorphous boron powder appears as a brown substance, while crystalline boron is black and exceptionally tough with a Mohs hardness rating of around 9.5. It also exhibits poor conductivity at normal room temperatures. Boron serves various purposes,both in its elemental form and as a compound, such as a dopant in semiconductor manufacturing and as an essential material for structures, pesticides, preservatives, and chemical synthesis processes.

 

(Amorphous Boron B Powder CAS 7440-42-8)

Properties of Boron powder

Boron, identified by its CAS number 7440-42-8, appears as a dark brown or black powder with a purity of 95%. Upon exposure to air, a protective layer of boron trioxide forms, shielding the underlying boron from further oxidation. At room temperature, boron readily reacts with fluorine yet remains resistant to corrosion from aqueous solutions of hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acids. While boron is insoluble in water, it dissolves in boiling nitric and sulfuric acids, as well as in molten metals such as copper, iron, manganese, aluminum, and calcium.

Amorphous Boron Powder MF:B

Amorphous Boron Powder MW:10.81

Amorphous Boron Powder Melting point:2300 ℃±2 ℃

Amorphous Boron Powder Sublimation temperature:2550 ℃

Amorphous Boron Powder Relative density:2.34-2.37

Amorphous Boron Powder Solubility: Insoluble in water, hydrochloric acid, ethanol and ether, soluble in cold concentrated alkali solution decompose into hydrogen, by concentrated sulfuric acid, nitric acid oxidation into boric acid.

 Features of Boron powder:

The quality is stable and reliable.
This product can be in store for a long time.
According to user requirements, processing customized different particle sizes of products.

Amorphous Boron Powder Properties
Other Names	Boron Powder, amorphous boron
CAS No.	7440-42-8
Compound Formula	B
Molecular Weight	10.811
Appearance	Dark Brown
Melting Point	2079 °C
Boiling Point	2550 °C
Density	2.34 g/cm3
Solubility in H2O	N/A
Electrical Resistivity	1.8 x 1012 microhm-cm @ 0 °C
Poisson’s Ratio	N/A
Specific Heat	0.245 Cal/g/K @ 25 °C
Thermal Conductivity	0.274 W/cm/K @ 298.2 K
Thermal Expansion	5–7 µm·m-1·K-1 @ 25 °C
Young’s Modulus	N/A
Amorphous Boron Powder Health & Safety Information
Signal Word	Warning
Hazard Statements	H228-H302+H332-H335
Flash Point	Not applicable
Hazard Codes	N/A
Risk Codes	N/A
Safety Statements	N/A
RTECS Number	ED7350000
Transport Information	DOT
WGK Germany	NWG

Parameter table of Boron powder:

Chemical Composition	B	P	S	Si	Fe	Mg	O	C
Test Result (%)	95	0.05	0.02	0.11	0.15	0.21	0.15	0.17

Applications of Boron Powder:

Boron powder is typically made use of in steel smelting, digital item production, ceramic production, chemical sector and nuclear market, and so on. The particular features of boron nitride are as adheres to:

Boron powder additionally can be utilized as a driver for natural chain reaction.

Boron powder can be made use of to make numerous boron-containing substances, made use of as basic materials for the manufacturing of boron fibers, and vital resources for the manufacturing of high-purity boron halide;

Boron powder is included the type of a substance as a gas scavenger for the smelting of unique alloy steel or liquified steel;

Boron powder is utilized as high-energy gas for rocket spacecraft,

Boron powder is utilized as the ignition post of the ignition tube in the electronic devices sector;

Boron powder changes valuable or limited steels;

Boron powder is utilized as a safety product for the atomic power market and the control pole in the atomic activator;

Production Method of Boron Powder 

There are two primary strategies for getting pure boron powder: via gas and magnesiothermic response. The first utilizes hydrogen gas to lower aeriform boron trichloride (BCl3), whereas the last uses a mix of warm and magnesium to minimize the boron trioxide (B2O3) to important boron.

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Storage Condition of Boron powder :

Proper storage is essential to protecting the performance and efficacy of amorphous boron B powder. To do so, the powder should be sealed in vacuum packaging and kept in a calm, dry environment to prevent moisture from affecting its dispersion and usage. Avoid exposing the powder to air and ensure it is not subjected to stress.

Payment Methods of Boron powder

L/C, T/T, Western Union, Paypal, Credit Card etc.

Package and shipment of Boron powder :

We have many different kinds of packing which depends on the amorphous boron powder quantity.
Amorphous boron B powder packing: vacuum packing, 100g, 500g, or 1kg/bag, 25kg/barrel, or as you request.
Amorphous boron B powder shipping: could be shipped out by sea, by air, or by express as soon as possible once payment is received.

FAQs of Boron powder

Q1

What is the use of boron powder?

Answer: The present article demonstrates that boron is a crucial trace mineral that plays key roles in bone growth and maintenance, enhances wound healing, positively influences the body’s utilization of estrogen, testosterone, and vitamin D, and increases magnesium absorption.

Q2

What are the benefits of boron?

Answer: Boron plays a crucial role in the body’s ability to process essential nutrients, contributes to maintaining strong bones, and influences hormone levels, including estrogen and testosterone. This naturally occurring element is abundant in leafy greens such as kale and spinach, and can also be sourced from whole grains, dried fruits like prunes and raisins, non-citrus fruits, and various types of nuts.

Q3

Is borax the same as boron?

Answer: Borax and boron are not interchangeable. Borax is not suitable for consumption and is commonly used for cleaning and various other tasks. On the other hand, boron is a naturally existing element crucial for plant development, found in the Earth’s crust.