Molybdenum alloy
Molybdenum alloy
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Molybdenum alloy

The classification of molybdenum alloys is based on alloy composition, processing techniques, and application scenarios. The core categories include pure molybdenum grades and molybdenum-based alloy grades (such as molybdenum-titanium, molybdenum-zirconium, and molybdenum-niobium). Additionally, there are specialized molybdenum alloys designed for high-temperature applications, corrosion resistance, and welding. Domestic grades typically begin with the letter "Mo" and are also compatible with international standards such as ASTM and DIN. Different grades exhibit significant variations in high-temperature strength, ductility, and creep resistance. Below is a list of mainstream grades commonly used both domestically and internationally, along with their detailed classifications:

Category

Alloy system

Grade

Core ingredient (%)

Core Features

Application scenarios

Corresponding to foreign standards/common grades

Pure molybdenum

Pure Molybdenum Series

Mo1

Mo≥99.95

High purity, high ductility, and excellent electrical and thermal conductivity.

Electrovacuum devices, molybdenum wires, and coating targets

ASTM B386 Mo-1, JIS Mo100

Pure molybdenum

Pure Molybdenum Series

Mo2

Mo≥99.7

High cost performance and excellent processing properties.

Molybdenum plates, molybdenum rods, and chemical-resistant components

ASTM B386 Mo-2, JIS Mo99.7

Pure molybdenum

Pure Molybdenum Series

Mo3

Mo≥99.9

Purity between Mo1 and Mo2

Precision instrument components, high-temperature heating elements

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Molybdenum-Titanium-Zirconium Alloy (TZM)

TZM (MoTiZr)

Mo + 0.5Ti + 0.08Zr + 0.02C

High-temperature strength, creep resistance, and wear resistance; recrystallization temperature ≥1100℃.

Aerospace engine components, die-casting molds, high-temperature furnace liners, nuclear power structural parts

ASTM B386 TZM, DIN 17752 TZM, Russian GOST MTsM

Molybdenum-based alloy

Molybdenum-niobium alloy (Mo-Nb)

MoNb10

Nb10, the rest are Mo

Good high-temperature plasticity and thermal shock resistance

High-temperature furnace electrodes, fusion device components

ASTM B386 MoNb10

Molybdenum-based alloy

Molybdenum-niobium alloy (Mo-Nb)

MoNb20

Nb20, the remainder is Mo.

Resistant to liquid metal corrosion, with high strength at high temperatures.

Liquid metal containers for metallurgy, high-temperature aerospace components

DIN 17752 MoNb20

Molybdenum-based alloy

Molybdenum-niobium alloy (Mo-Nb)

MoNb30

Nb30, the rest are Mo

Excellent high-temperature stability

Aerospace engine nozzles, ultra-high-temperature structural components

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Rare-earth molybdenum alloy

MoLa0.3

Contains 0.3% La₂O₃, the remainder being Mo.

Excellent high-temperature oxidation resistance, good ductility, and not prone to brittle fracture.

High-power electric furnace heating elements, molybdenum electrodes, glass furnace accessories

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Rare-earth molybdenum alloy

MoLa0.5

Contains 0.5% La₂O₃, the remainder is Mo.

Excellent high-temperature oxidation resistance, good ductility, and not prone to brittle fracture.

High-power electric furnace heating elements, glass furnace accessories

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Rare-earth molybdenum alloy

MoY0.2

Contains 0.2% Y₂O₃, the remainder is Mo.

Excellent high-temperature oxidation resistance and good ductility.

High-temperature furnace heating element, precision molybdenum electrode

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Other molybdenum-based alloys

MoCu10

Cu10, the rest are Mo

Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, and arc-ablation resistance.

Electrical contacts, electrical spark electrodes

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Other molybdenum-based alloys

MoCu20

Cu20, the rest are Mo

Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, and arc-ablation resistance.

Electrical contacts, electrical spark electrodes

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Other molybdenum-based alloys

MoCu30

Cu30, the remainder is Mo

Excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, and arc-ablation resistance.

Electrical contacts, electrical spark electrodes

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Other molybdenum-based alloys

MoW10

W10, the rest are Mo

High-temperature resistance, creep resistance

High-temperature furnaces and aircraft engine components

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Other molybdenum-based alloys

MoW20

W20, the rest are Mo

High-temperature resistance, creep resistance

High-temperature furnaces and aircraft engine components

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Other molybdenum-based alloys

MoZr0.4

Zr0.4, the remainder is Mo

High recrystallization temperature

Medium- and high-temperature structural components

-

Molybdenum-based alloy

Other molybdenum-based alloys

MoZr0.8

Zr0.8, the remainder is Mo

High recrystallization temperature

Medium- and high-temperature structural components

-

Special molybdenum alloy

Molybdenum alloy for welding

MoMn

Mn is the primary alloying element; the remainder is Mo.

Excellent weldability

Welding filler for molybdenum materials and other metals

-

Special molybdenum alloy

Molybdenum alloy for welding

MoNi

Ni is the primary alloying element, with the remainder being Mo.

Excellent weldability

Welding filler for molybdenum materials and other metals

-

Special molybdenum alloy

Wear-resistant molybdenum alloy

MoCr5

Cr5, the remainder is Mo.

Good wear resistance and excellent corrosion resistance

Chemical pump shaft, wear-resistant bushing

-

Special molybdenum alloy

Wear-resistant molybdenum alloy

MoCr10

Cr10, the remainder is Mo.

Good wear resistance and excellent corrosion resistance

Chemical pump shaft, wear-resistant bushing

-

Special molybdenum alloy

Low-oxygen molybdenum alloy

Low-oxygen molybdenum

Mo ≥ 99.95, O ≤ 50 ppm

High purity, low gas content

Semiconductor manufacturing, vacuum coating equipment

-

 

Additional notes
Comparison of Mainstream Foreign Standard Grades

1. ASTM B386 (USA): Mo-1, Mo-2, TZM, MoNb10

2. German DIN 17752: Mo1, Mo2, TZM, MoNb20

3. Russian GOST: M1, M2 (pure molybdenum), MTsM (corresponding to TZM)

Summary of Core Grades

Alloy Category Core Representative Grade Core Advantages Main Application Areas
Pure molybdenum Mo1, Mo2—high ductility, easy to machine—used in electrical vacuum applications, molybdenum wires, and basic structural components.
High-temperature molybdenum alloys TZM and MoLa0.3 exhibit high strength and excellent creep resistance, making them ideal for aerospace applications, die-casting molds, and high-temperature furnaces.
Molybdenum-niobium alloys MoNb10 and MoNb20—corrosion-resistant and ultra-high-temperature stable—suitable for metallurgical, fusion, and aerospace components.
Molybdenum-copper alloys MoCu20 and MoCu30—high electrical and thermal conductivity, excellent arc resistance—used for electrical contacts and electrical discharge machining electrodes.

Among them, TZM (molybdenum-titanium-zirconium alloy) and Mo1 (pure molybdenum) are the two most widely used molybdenum alloy grades in industry; the former dominates high-temperature applications, while the latter is primarily used in general structural components.

 

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