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Formula: Pt
Form: Wire
Material: Platinum
CAS Number: 7440-06-4
Commodity: Precious Metals
Purity:
99.9%
Temper:
As Drawn
Platinum ultrafine wire is essential in applications that require high electrical conductivity and chemical stability. It is primarily used in electrochemical sensors, particularly for the detection of gases and ions, as well as in medical devices like pacemakers and drug delivery systems. The wire also plays a key role in catalysis, facilitating reactions such as hydrogenation and oxidation due to its corrosion resistance and high-temperature stability. In laboratory research, platinum ultrafine wire is used in fuel cells, improving energy conversion efficiency, and in microelectrode systems for precise measurements in biological research. Its biocompatibility and ability to withstand harsh conditions make it indispensable in both scientific and industrial applications.
Tolerances
Wire
| Diameter | ±10% | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | +5% / -1% |
Material Properties for Precious Metals
Atomic Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Atomic number | 78 |
| Crystal structure | Face centred cubic |
| Electronic structure | Xe 4f¹⁴ 5d⁹ 6s¹ |
| Valences shown | 1,2,3,4 |
| Atomic weight( amu ) | 195.08 |
| Thermal neutron absorption cross-section( Barns ) | 9 |
| Photo-electric work function( eV ) | 5.3 |
| Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% ) | 192/ 0.79 |
| Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% ) | 196/ 25.30 |
| Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% ) | 190/ 0.01 |
| Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% ) | 195/ 33.80 |
| Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% ) | 198/ 7.20 |
| Natural isotope distribution( Mass No./% ) | 194/ 32.90 |
| Atomic radius - Goldschmidt( nm ) | 0.138 |
| Ionisation potential( No./eV ) | 1/ 9.0 |
| Ionisation potential( No./eV ) | 2/ 18.6 |
Mechanical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Material condition | Hard |
| Material condition | Soft |
| Poisson's ratio | 0.39 |
| Poisson's ratio | 0.39 |
| Bulk modulus( GPa ) | 276 |
| Bulk modulus( GPa ) | 276 |
| Tensile modulus( GPa ) | 170 |
| Tensile modulus( GPa ) | 170 |
| Hardness - Vickers( kgf mm⁻² ) | 40 |
| Hardness - Vickers( kgf mm⁻² ) | 100 |
| Tensile strength( MPa ) | 200-300 |
| Tensile strength( MPa ) | 125-150 |
| Yield strength( MPa ) | 14-35 |
| Yield strength( MPa ) | 185 |
Electrical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Electrical resistivity( µOhmcm ) | 10.58@20@20°C |
| Temperature coefficient( K⁻¹ ) | 0.00392@0-100°C |
Physical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Boiling point( C ) | 3827 |
| Density( gcm⁻³ ) | 21.45@20°C |
Thermal Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting point( C ) | 1772 |
| Latent heat of evaporation( J g⁻¹ ) | 2405 |
| Latent heat of fusion( J g⁻¹ ) | 101 |
| Specific heat( J K⁻¹ kg⁻¹ ) | 133@025°C |
| Thermal conductivity( W m⁻¹ K⁻¹ ) | 71.6@0-100°C |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) | 9@0-100 |
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