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Bismuth Microparticles

Bismuth Microparticles

Bismuth Microparticles
Product No NRE-8004
CAS No. 7440-69-9
Formula  Bi
Molecular Weight 208.98 g/mol
APS <40 µm (can be customized)
Purity 99.9%
Color Light Grey
Density 9.78 g/cm3
Melting Point 271.5 °C
Boiling Point 1564 °C

Bismuth Microparticles

Bismuth powder, which consists of finely ground bismuth metal, has several applications across various industries due to its unique properties. Some common applications of bismuth powder include:

Pharmaceuticals:

Bismuth compounds, such as bismuth subsalicylate, are used in medications to treat gastrointestinal conditions like indigestion, heartburn, and diarrhea.

Cosmetics:

Bismuth oxychloride, a derivative of bismuth, is used in cosmetics like foundation and blush for its pearlescent and skin-smoothing properties.

Metallurgy:

Bismuth is often used as an alloying element in various alloys, such as low-melting-point alloys and lead-free solders, to improve their properties and lower their melting points.

Nuclear Reactors:

Bismuth can be used as a coolant in some advanced nuclear reactors due to its low melting point and relatively high thermal conductivity.

Pyrotechnics:

Bismuth compounds are sometimes used in fireworks to create vibrant colors, including green and yellow.

Semiconductor Manufacturing:

Bismuth is used in some semiconductor applications, primarily as a dopant in materials like gallium arsenide, to modify their electrical properties.

Thermoelectric Devices:

Bismuth telluride is a commonly used thermoelectric material in devices like thermocouples and thermoelectric generators due to its high thermoelectric efficiency.

Research and Development:

Bismuth powder is used in research laboratories for various experiments and studies, such as in the synthesis of novel materials and as a reference material in analytical chemistry.

Crystals and Optics:

Bismuth-containing compounds are used in the growth of certain types of single crystals, which find applications in lasers, photodetectors, and other optical devices.

Radiation Shielding:

Bismuth is an effective radiation shield, and bismuth-based materials are used in medical imaging, such as X-ray and gamma-ray shielding.

Superconductors:

Bismuth-based high-temperature superconductors have been researched for their potential applications in electrical power transmission and other technologies.

Automotive and Aerospace:

Bismuth alloys can be used in various automotive and aerospace applications, including lead-free solder for electronic components and fusible plugs in fire suppression systems.

 

 

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