Atomfair Atomfair Amorphous Boron (B) Powder, 95.5% Purity, D50 1 �m
Product Description
Atomfair amorphous boron powder is supplied as irregular non-crystalline particles, with 95.5% purity and a D50 particle size of 1 �m. It is intended for propellant, pyrotechnic, boron-alloy, and ceramic-material research.
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Technical Specifications
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Key Features and Advantages
- Amorphous, non-crystalline elemental boron powder.
- Specified purity: 95.5%.
- Specified D50 particle size: 1 �m.
APPLICATION SCOPE: high-energy solid-propellant, ignition-additive, pyrotechnic, boron-alloy, deoxidizer, and ceramic-material research.
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation.
LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT
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Store in an airtight container under inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation and moisture uptake. Avoid exposure to ignition sources, friction, or static discharge due to pyrophoric potential.
- Moisture Sensitivity: Keep sealed and desiccated as moisture content above 0.2% may degrade performance in propellant formulations.
- Pyrophoric Hazard: Fine amorphous boron powder can self-ignite in air if dispersed as a dust cloud; handle only under inert gas.
- Containment Requirement: Use grounded, non-sparking containers and tools to prevent electrostatic discharge ignition.
Transfer and weigh amorphous boron powder exclusively inside a glovebox purged with argon or nitrogen to suppress oxidation and ignition risk. Use antistatic, grounded implements and avoid aerosolization throughout all steps.
Required Equipment: Inert-atmosphere glovebox (argon or nitrogen), Grounded, non-sparking spatula, Antistatic weighing boat or container
- Verify atmosphere
Confirm glovebox oxygen and moisture levels are below 1 ppm before opening the powder container. - Open container inside glovebox
Transfer the sealed storage bottle into the glovebox antechamber and purge three times before opening. - Weigh powder safely
Scoop the minimum required amount using a grounded, non-sparking spatula into an antistatic weighing boat. - Reseal immediately
Close the powder container tightly inside the glovebox before removing the weighed portion for use.
How does the 95.5% purity and 1.0% magnesium content influence the combustion efficiency of amorphous boron powder in solid propellant applications?
The 95.5% purity with 1.0% magnesium content is standard for amorphous boron used in propellants; magnesium can enhance ignition but may reduce overall energy density. The D50 of 1 µm provides high surface area for rapid oxidation, but the 0.2% moisture and 0.3% water-soluble boron may affect long-term stability.
What are the implications of the 0.7% H2O2-insoluble matter and 0.3% water-soluble boron content for using this amorphous boron powder in ceramic material synthesis?
The H2O2-insoluble matter (0.7%) indicates impurities that may not dissolve during processing, potentially affecting ceramic homogeneity. The water-soluble boron (0.3%) could leach out in aqueous environments, altering stoichiometry. These levels are typical for 95.5% purity amorphous boron and should be accounted for in formulation.
What storage and handling conditions are recommended for amorphous boron powder with 0.2% moisture content to maintain its reactivity and prevent degradation?
With 0.2% moisture, the powder is relatively dry but should be stored in sealed containers under inert gas to prevent moisture uptake and oxidation. The fine particle size (D50 1 µm) increases pyrophoricity risk; use in controlled environments with proper grounding and avoid dust accumulation.
Atomfair amorphous boron powder, supplied as irregular non-crystalline particles at 95.5% purity and D50 1 µm, is specified for propellant, pyrotechnic, boron-alloy, deoxidizer, and ceramic-material research. Its declared impurity profile, including 1.0% magnesium and 0.2% moisture, provides a defined baseline for formulation and stoichiometry work.
Positive
- Amorphous fine-particle form for energetic applications: Supplied as irregular, non-crystalline particles with D50 1 µm, making it directly suitable for high-energy solid-propellant, ignition-additive, pyrotechnic, boron-alloy, deoxidizer, and ceramic-material research.
- Defined purity and impurity profile: 95.5% boron purity is specified alongside quantified magnesium, H2O2-insoluble matter, water-soluble boron, and moisture content, giving researchers a traceable baseline for formulation calculations and batch documentation.
Trade-offs
- Residual impurities require formulation accounting: The 95.5% purity level leaves 4.5% residual content, including 1.0% magnesium and 0.7% H2O2-insoluble matter, which must be factored into stoichiometric balances and expected performance in propellant or ceramic systems.
- Moisture and water-soluble boron content: Moisture is specified at 0.2% and water-soluble boron at 0.3%, indicating the powder can carry adsorbed water or soluble species that should be considered before sensitive pyrotechnic or propellant formulation work.
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