Rhenium Machining Process

Rhenium plate / sheet /Foil

Rhenium Plate：T(1-20)*W(0.5-500)mm, Can be customized as per requirement
Rhenium Sheet：T(0.1-1)*W(0.5-500)mm, Can be customized as per requirement
Rhenium Foil|Ribbon：T(0.04-0.21)*W(0.5-80)mm, Can be customized as per requirement

Rhenium, a rare and valuable refractory metal known for its exceptional heat resistance and mechanical strength, holds a crucial position in various industries. To fully harness the extraordinary properties of rhenium, manufacturers rely on advanced processing technologies. In this article, we will explore MetalProc’s innovative treatment techniques for rhenium and the advantages they bring to manufacturing processes. Join us as we delve into the world of rhenium processing and discover how MetalProc is at the forefront of maximizing its performance.

• Heat Treatment: Heat treatment plays a critical role in optimizing the mechanical properties of rhenium. MetalProc’s advanced heat treatment techniques provide precise control over the temperature and cooling rates, enhancing rhenium’s strength, ductility, and overall performance at high temperatures. This process refines the microstructure of rhenium, making it suitable for demanding applications in aerospace, gas turbine engines, and other high-temperature environments.
• Surface Treatment: MetalProc offers specialized surface treatment technologies to enhance the performance and longevity of rhenium components. Techniques such as passivation, chemical etching, or physical vapor deposition can be employed to improve rhenium’s corrosion resistance, promote adhesion for coatings, or enhance its surface properties. These treatments expand the range of applications for rhenium, including aerospace, electronics, and chemical processing.
• Machining: Due to its exceptional hardness and brittleness, rhenium presents unique challenges in machining. However, MetalProc’s expertise and advanced machining techniques ensure precise shaping and fabrication of rhenium components. Processes such as grinding, waterjet cutting, or electrical discharge machining (EDM) can be utilized to achieve tight tolerances and intricate designs, enabling the production of critical parts for aerospace engines, electrical contacts, and high-temperature applications.
• Welding: MetalProc’s advanced welding techniques play a vital role in effectively joining rhenium components. As rhenium has a high melting point and limited ductility, specialized welding methods such as electron beam welding or laser welding are employed to ensure precise and reliable bonding of rhenium materials. The welding process preserves rhenium’s exceptional properties, allowing for the fabrication of complex structures with excellent strength and resistance to extreme temperatures.
• Cold Working: While traditional cold working techniques may not be suitable for rhenium due to its brittleness, MetalProc explores alternative methods such as rolling, bending, and stamping to shape rhenium components. These techniques can be employed to form rhenium into desired shapes and sizes, facilitating its integration into various applications, such as aerospace propulsion systems and electrical connectors.

MetalProc’s advanced treatment techniques for rhenium revolutionize manufacturing processes, unlocking the full potential of this rare and valuable refractory metal. Through advanced heat treatment, surface treatment, machining, welding, and specialized cold working methods, MetalProc enhances the mechanical strength, surface characteristics, and overall performance of rhenium. With MetalProc’s innovative solutions, manufacturers can leverage rhenium’s exceptional heat resistance, mechanical properties, and corrosion resistance for applications in aerospace, electronics, and high-temperature environments. The expertise and technology provided by MetalProc enable unparalleled advancements in rhenium-based applications, empowering industries to explore new frontiers and achieve remarkable results.

Appearance: Silver metallic plate | sheet | Foil

Application: Rhenium plate | sheet | Foil is mainly used as electrode materials in high temperature and harsh conditions, for production of electronic components and ultra high temperature heater tube with metal evaporation in semiconductor and electronics industry.  The high temperature heating parts need to work under special conditions, compared with other materials, pure rhenium heating has better electrical performance, longer life expectancy, these significant properties are more resistant to harsh working atmosphere and favored by the users.  Rhenium foil is mainly used for chemical vapor phase deposition coating and film(CVD) and physical vapor deposition(PVD) procss, including hot electron beam evaporation, low temperature organic evaporation, atomic layer deposition(ALD) and metal organic chemical vapor deposition product(MOCVD) etc.  Others can be used for manufacturing special parts in aerospace equipment

Specification: chemical purity Re 99.99%min(calculated by subtractive method, except gas element), density 21g/cc min.

Size:

Rhenium Plate：T(1-20)*W(0.5-500)mm, Can be customized as per requirement

Rhenium Sheet：T(0.1-1)*W(0.5-500)mm, Can be customized as per requirement

Rhenium Foil|Ribbon：T(0.04-0.21)*W(0.5-80)mm, Can be customized as per requirement

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