What Is Niobium Metal?
Niobium (Nb) is a silver-gray, ductile, and corrosion-resistant transition metal with excellent mechanical strength, thermal stability, and biocompatibility. It plays a crucial role in high-performance alloys and emerging technologies such as superconductivity and medical implants.
Key Properties of Niobium Metal
🔥 Melting Point: ~2477°C – making it ideal for high-temperature applications
💧 Corrosion Resistance: Forms a stable oxide layer, making it hypoallergenic and ideal for medical use
⚙️ Strength and Toughness: Enhances low-temperature strength in steel and superalloys
🧲 Superconductivity: Exhibits superconductive behavior below 9.25 K
🔬 Purity Grades Available: From 99.5% to 99.99% (Research & Industrial Grade)
Applications of Niobium Metal
Steel & Construction: Micro-alloying in HSLA (high-strength low-alloy) steel
Aerospace: Niobium-based superalloys for turbine engines and rocket nozzles
Medical Devices: Dental and orthopedic implants thanks to its biocompatibility
Semiconductors: Used in superconducting magnets (MRI, NMR, particle accelerators)
Glass & Optics: Enhances refractive index in high-performance lenses
Why Choose Ti Time Company as Your Niobium Metal Supplier?
🏭 In-House Production: We offer custom cutting, rolling, and forging to meet precise customer specifications
📐 Wide Product Range: Niobium sheets, wires, crucibles, tubes, foils, and fabricated parts
📊 Certified Quality: Compliant with ASTM B392/B393 standards; ISO-certified processes
🚀 Application Expertise: Decades of experience in advanced materials for R&D and industrial production
🌍 Global Supply Chain: On-time worldwide shipping, full documentation, and customer service
FAQs – Niobium Metal by Ti Time Company
What forms of niobium do you supply?
We offer niobium in sheets, foils, plates, wires, bars, crucibles, tubes, and rods, with custom dimensions available.
Is your niobium medical grade?
Yes, we provide biocompatible grades suitable for surgical implants and dental components, with purity up to 99.95%.
Do you support small-batch or prototype orders?
Absolutely. Ti Time Company specializes in both low-volume prototypes and bulk industrial supply.
Can niobium metal be customized for superconducting applications?
Yes, we manufacture and supply niobium-titanium (NbTi) and niobium-zirconium (NbZr) alloys widely used in cryogenic and superconducting technologies.
What is your delivery time and packaging standard?
Lead times range from 5–15 working days depending on quantity and customization. All niobium products are vacuum-sealed or packed in argon-filled foil bags with protective crates for international delivery.
