Tantalum Rods come in a huge choice of 170 size variations. Tantalum offers excellent corrosion resistance, good conductivity, biocompatibility and a high melting point of approximately 3,020 degrees Celsius (5,468 degrees Fahrenheit). Properties that make this material prized across a range of industries, including electronics, aerospace, medical, chemical and nuclear. Its many applications include being used in chemical processing equipment, aircraft components, rocket engines and electronic devices. The availability of Tantalum Rods in such as wide range of diameters and lengths makes them suitable for prototypes through high volume production runs.