Ruthenium metal granules are granular materials with ruthenium (Ru) as the main component. Ruthenium is a rare transition metal and belongs to the platinum group of metals. These granules are usually silver gray to dark grey in colour and have a metallic lustre.
VIMATERIAL offers high-purity ruthenium granules, ruthenium targets, and ruthenium powder. Custom sizes and particle sizes are available upon request. Contact us for more information.
Density & Hardness: Ruthenium has a high density (~12.45 g/cm³) and moderate hardness (~6.5 Mohs), providing good wear resistance and structural stability.
Thermal Properties: With a high melting point (2310°C) and good thermal conductivity, it maintains excellent stability under high-temperature conditions and prevents localized overheating.
Magnetic Properties: Ruthenium is weakly magnetic, making it suitable for applications requiring minimal magnetic interference.
Chemical Stability: It shows strong resistance to most chemicals at room temperature and remains stable in air, though it can react under strong oxidizing conditions.
Catalytic Activity: Ruthenium exhibits excellent catalytic performance in hydrogenation, oxidation, and isomerization reactions due to its active surface and electronic structure.
Catalysts: Ruthenium granules are widely used as catalysts in petrochemical processes such as hydrocracking and hydrofinishing, enabling efficient conversion of heavy fractions while removing impurities like sulfur and nitrogen compounds.
Electronic Materials: Used in resistors, capacitors, and other electronic components, ruthenium enhances electrical stability and performance through alloying or coating applications.
Electroplating: Applied as a plating material to improve surface hardness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance, commonly used in precision instruments and high-end jewelry to extend service life and enhance appearance.
Ruthenium metal granules are packed in sealed, moisture-proof containers with protective cushioning to prevent contamination, oxidation, and mechanical damage during transportation and handling.
Store in a tightly sealed package in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment, away from moisture, heat sources, and corrosive substances to maintain material purity and stability.
Q1: What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for ruthenium granules?
A: The MOQ for ruthenium granules depends on purity, particle size, and application requirements. For 1-3mm ruthenium granules, the MOQ is 1kg. We support small-batch R&D orders and large-batch industrial orders. Please contact us for detailed specifications and pricing information.
Q2: What are ruthenium granules used for?
A: Ruthenium granules are widely used in catalysts, chemical processing, electronic materials, and electroplating applications. They play a key role in improving reaction efficiency, enhancing electronic performance, and increasing surface durability in advanced industrial processes.
Q3: Is ruthenium rarer than gold?
A: Yes. Ruthenium is a rare platinum group metal (PGM) and is significantly rarer than gold. Due to its limited natural abundance and complex extraction process, ruthenium is considered a high-value strategic material for advanced technology applications.
VI HALBLEITERMATERIAL GmbH (VIMATERIAL) employs a stringent quality assurance system to ensure the reliability of our product quality. Strict quality control is implemented throughout the entire production chain, and for defective products, we strictly enforce the principle of rework and redo. Each batch is released only after passing detailed specification tests.
Every batch of our materials is independently tested, and, if necessary, we send samples to certified companies for testing. We provide these documents and analysis certificates with the shipment to certify that our products meet the required standards.
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