Platinum 90% Iridium 10%
This is a great all-around alloy that will not oxidize and has been widely used for years in both casting and fabrication.
As-Cast Properties | BrilliantPt™ with HIP Properties | |
Yield Strength: | 31.7 ksi | 32.7 ksi |
Ultimate Tensile Strength: | 51.1 ksi | 51.2 ksi |
Elongation: | 33% | 36% |
Reduction of Area: | 90% | 87% |
Vickers Hardness (HV0.5): | 110 | 110 |
Scientific
- Symbol: Pt
- Density: 21.45
- Melting Temp: 1769 C (3216 F)
- Appearance: Silvery White
- Precious & Noble
- Malleable
Practical
- Corrosion resistant metal that will not oxidize
- Hypoallergenic metal—there are no documented cases of skin reaction
- Biocompatible metal—platinum is suitable for implant applications in humans
- High density metal—platinum is one of the densest elements on earth, exceeded only by osmium and iridium, two other platinum group metals
- Unique metal—approximately 20% of goods manufactured in the world contain platinum or are produced using platinum due to its unique capabilities in terms of density, corrosion resistance, thermal conductivity, and catalytic abilities
- Platinum can be reclaimed from obsolete applications and sold at prevailing market prices for scrap