{"id":1003440,"date":"2024-06-17T15:03:08","date_gmt":"2024-06-17T07:03:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vimaterial.de\/product\/zinc-metal-4\/"},"modified":"2026-05-18T16:13:39","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T08:13:39","slug":"zinc-rod","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/vimaterial.de\/en\/product\/zinc-rod\/","title":{"rendered":"Zinc metal"},"content":{"rendered":"

Zinc rod is a bluish white, bright, anti – magnetic transition metal.It is slightly less dense than iron and has a hexagonal crystal structure.<\/span><\/p>\n

VIMATERIAL can provide Zinc rods in various packages and specifications. The Zinc metal rods produced by our company are characterised by high purity and excellent quality, and our customers have responded very favourably to the quality of this product. Zinc is chemically more active and has an indispensable role in practical industrial production. <\/span>Contact us<\/span><\/a><\/strong> for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n

Physical Properties<\/span><\/h2>\n

Molecular formula: Zn.<\/span><\/p>\n

Molecular weight: 65.39 g\/mol.<\/span><\/p>\n

Appearance:silver-gray<\/span><\/p>\n

Melting point:692.68 K (419.53 \u00b0C, 787.15 \u00b0F)<\/span><\/p>\n

Boiling point:1180 K (907 \u00b0C, 1665 \u00b0F)<\/span><\/p>\n

Density (near r.t.):7.14 g\/cm3\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Crystal structure: Close packed hexagonal crystal system.<\/span><\/p>\n

Applications of Zinc Rod<\/span><\/h2>\n

Corrosion Protection:<\/strong> Primarily used as a sacrificial anode to protect ship hulls, underground pipelines, storage tanks, and steel structures from corrosion caused by seawater and soil.<\/p>\n

Electroplating & Electrolysis:<\/strong> Used as zinc plating anodes for galvanizing metal products to prevent rust, and also serves as electrodes in electrolytic industries.<\/p>\n

Battery Manufacturing:<\/strong> Used as the anode material in dry batteries and zinc-air batteries.<\/p>\n

Alloy Raw Material:<\/strong> Used for smelting zinc alloys to produce hardware accessories, die-cast small parts, and mechanical components.<\/p>\n

Other Uses:<\/strong> Used for manufacturing grounding conductive rods, industrial counterweights, and small machined components.<\/p>\n

Packaging and storage<\/span><\/h2>\n

Zinc robs are vacuum-packed and then packed in wooden crates to ensure safe transportation.<\/p>\n

Zinc rods should be stored in a dry, cool, ventilated environment, sealed against moisture and away from corrosive substances to prevent oxidation and contamination.<\/p>\n

Quality Control<\/span><\/h2>\n

Each batch of goods have accompanying COA and analysis report, the goods are all qualified, please rest assured that the order.<\/span><\/p>\n

FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n

Q1: What is the use of zinc rod?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A: Zinc rods are widely used in corrosion protection, electroplating, battery manufacturing, and alloy production. One of their most common applications is as sacrificial anodes to protect ships, pipelines, storage tanks, and steel structures from rust and corrosion. Zinc rods are also used in galvanizing processes, dry batteries, zinc-air batteries, grounding systems, and industrial hardware manufacturing.<\/p>\n

Q2: Is zinc rod strong?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A: Zinc rods have moderate strength and good durability, but they are generally softer and less strong than steel or iron. Their main advantage is excellent corrosion resistance rather than high mechanical strength. Zinc rods can perform well in outdoor, marine, and industrial environments because they resist rust and oxidation effectively.<\/p>\n

Q3: Is zinc a good quality metal?<\/strong><\/p>\n

A: Yes, zinc is considered a high-quality industrial metal because of its strong corrosion resistance, long service life, and versatility. It is widely used in galvanizing, die-casting, batteries, construction, and protective coatings. Zinc is also cost-effective, recyclable, and easy to process, making it a reliable choice for many industrial and engineering applications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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