Magnesium Elektron HD2/00 ,E FOUR

### **Magnesium Elektron HD2/00** **Product Overview** Magnesium Elektron HD2/00 is an ultra-high purity unalloyed magnesium grade representing the highest commercial purity level available. Designed for the most demanding applications where exceptional purity is critical, HD2/00 offers minimum 99.98% magnesium content with extremely low levels of metallic impurities. This premium-grade material is essential for specialized chemical processes, high-end metallurgical applications, and advanced research where even trace elements could compromise performance or product quality. The material is typically supplied in ingot form, granules, or turned chips, with each form maintaining the same stringent purity standards for different application requirements. --- #### **1. Chemical Composition** HD2/00 features the tightest impurity controls in the commercial pure magnesium range. | Element | Composition (% by Weight) | | :---------------- | :-------------------------------- | | **Magnesium (Mg)** | ≥ 99.98 % | | **Iron (Fe)** | ≤ 0.002 % | | **Nickel (Ni)** | ≤ 0.001 % | | **Copper (Cu)** | ≤ 0.002 % | | **Silicon (Si)** | ≤ 0.006 % | | **Aluminum (Al)** | ≤ 0.006 % | | **Manganese (Mn)** | ≤ 0.006 % | | **Chlorine (Cl)** | ≤ 0.003 % | | **Other Elements** | ≤ 0.005 % (each) | | **Total Impurities** | ≤ 0.02 % | *Note:* The exceptionally low levels of **iron**, **nickel**, and **copper** are crucial for maximizing corrosion resistance and ensuring consistent performance in sensitive chemical and electronic applications. The controlled **chlorine** content is particularly important for certain chemical processes. --- #### **2. Physical & Mechanical Properties** HD2/00 exhibits the fundamental characteristics of ultra-pure magnesium with maximum consistency. **Physical Properties:** * **Density:** 1.738 g/cm³ (0.0628 lb/in³) * **Melting Point:** 650 °C (1202 °F) * **Boiling Point:** 1090 °C (1994 °F) * **Coefficient of Thermal Expansion:** 25.2 μm/m·°C (25-100°C) * **Thermal Conductivity:** 158 W/m·K * **Electrical Resistivity:** 43 nΩ·m * **Specific Heat Capacity:** 1025 J/kg·K (20°C) **Mechanical Properties (Annealed Condition):** * **Ultimate Tensile Strength (UTS):** 75 - 110 MPa (11 - 16 ksi) * **Tensile Yield Strength (TYS):** 18 - 35 MPa (3 - 5 ksi) * **Elongation:** 6 - 18% * **Compressive Yield Strength:** 18 - 35 MPa (3 - 5 ksi) * **Shear Strength:** 50 - 70 MPa (7 - 10 ksi) * **Hardness:** 25 - 35 HBW * **Modulus of Elasticity:** 45 GPa (6.5 × 10³ ksi) **Special Characteristics:** * **Exceptional vibration damping capacity** * **Highest thermal and electrical conductivity for magnesium** * **Superior machinability** * **Excellent electromagnetic shielding properties** * **Very low neutron absorption cross-section** * **Optimal chemical reactivity for specialized processes** --- #### **3. International Standards & Specifications** HD2/00 meets or exceeds the highest international standards for pure magnesium. * **ASTM International:** **ASTM B92** (Standard Specification for Unalloyed Magnesium Ingot and Stick for Remelting) * **ISO Standards:** **ISO 8287** (Magnesium and magnesium alloys - Unalloyed magnesium) * **European Standards:** **EN 12421** (Magnesium and magnesium alloys - Unalloyed magnesium) * **Grade Designation:** **Mg 99.98** according to international purity classification * **Military Standards:** **MIL-M-38383** (Military Specification for Magnesium) * **Proprietary Designation:** **Elektron HD2/00** (Luxfer MEL Technologies) --- #### **4. Product Applications** HD2/00 serves the most demanding applications across advanced industrial and research sectors. * **Advanced Chemical Processing:** * **High-Purity Grignard Reagent Production** * **Pharmaceutical Active Ingredient Synthesis** * **Fine Chemical Manufacturing** * **Catalyst Production** * **Electronic Grade Chemical Synthesis** * **High-End Metallurgy:** * **Super High-Purity Aluminum Alloy Production** * **Aerospace Grade Master Alloys** * **Nuclear Industry Applications** * **Specialty Metal Reduction** * **Electronics & Advanced Applications:** * **High-Performance Sacrificial Anodes** * **Aerospace Component Manufacturing** * **Research Reactor Applications** * **Advanced Battery Development** * **Semiconductor Processing Equipment** * **Research & Development:** * **University and Government Research** * **Advanced Materials Development** * **Nuclear Physics Research** * **Aerospace Research Programs** --- #### **5. Manufacturing & Processing Characteristics** **Primary Processing:** * Multiple distillation refining process * Controlled atmosphere melting and casting * Specialized handling to maintain purity * Stringent quality control throughout production **Secondary Processing:** * Excellent machining characteristics with superior surface finish * Good hot workability at controlled temperatures * Suitable for high-purity casting applications * Compatible with ultra-clean processing environments --- **Summary** **Magnesium Elektron HD2/00** represents the pinnacle of commercial magnesium purity, offering unmatched quality for the most demanding applications. The **ultra-high purity level (≥99.98%)** with exceptionally low metallic impurities ensures optimal performance in advanced chemical processes, high-end metallurgy, and cutting-edge research applications. Compliance with the highest international standards including **ASTM B92** and specialized military specifications guarantees consistent quality and material integrity. While HD2/00 exhibits the lower mechanical strength characteristic of pure magnesium, its **exceptional purity**, **superior thermal and electrical properties**, and **optimal chemical characteristics** make it indispensable for applications where even trace impurities could compromise performance. The material continues to enable technological advancements across chemical, aerospace, and research sectors, serving as a critical raw material for innovation and high-technology development.

Packing of Standard Packing: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and steel drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 3431 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request.