Rhodium Alloy Recycling

Rhodium alloy refers to an alloy made by mixing rhodium metal with other metals (such as platinum, gold, palladium, silver, etc.) in a certain ratio. These alloys generally have the desirable properties of rhodium, such as high melting point, high temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, and good catalytic properties, but are alloyed to increase mechanical strength, ductility, and oxidation resistance. Rhodium alloys are widely used in high temperature environments, aerospace, chemical reaction catalysis, jewelry manufacturing, and other fields. Especially in catalyst manufacturing, rhodium alloys are often used in automotive catalysts and petrochemical catalysts to improve the efficiency and stability of catalytic reactions. Rhodium alloys are also used in the electronics and electrical industries to manufacture high-performance electrical contact materials and electrodes.

Below are some common rhodium alloy ratios and their main applications:

1. Rhodium Platinum Alloy (Rh-Pt Alloy): Rhodium platinum alloys usually exist in the ratios of 10% rhodium/90% platinum, 20% rhodium/80% platinum, or 50% rhodium/50% platinum. Both rhodium and platinum are precious metals that are resistant to high temperatures and corrosion. These alloys have excellent catalytic properties and stability, and are widely used in catalytic reactions in high-temperature environments. Common applications include high-efficiency automotive catalysts, high-temperature alloys in the aerospace industry, and precision electrical contact materials. Rhodium platinum alloys play a vital role in the catalytic industry because they can operate stably for long periods of time under high temperatures and harsh conditions.

2. Rhodium Palladium Alloy (Rh-Pd Alloy): Common ratios of rhodium palladium alloys include 30% rhodium/70% palladium, 50% rhodium/50% palladium, etc. This alloy is widely used in the manufacture of automobile exhaust catalysts, especially for reducing the emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) and carbon monoxide (CO). Rhodium-palladium alloys have excellent catalytic activity and can effectively catalyze the decomposition of harmful components in exhaust gases. Both rhodium and palladium have good high-temperature resistance and chemical stability, so their alloys are often used in the fields of petrochemicals and fine chemicals, especially in efficient catalytic processes.

3. Rhodium-gold alloys (Rh-Au alloys): Rhodium-gold alloys usually exist in the ratio of 10% rhodium/90% gold or 20% rhodium/80% gold. Rhodium-gold alloys not only have good oxidation resistance, but also have a beautiful luster, so they are often used in the manufacture of jewelry and high-end ornaments. The combination of rhodium and gold makes the alloy more attractive in appearance and improves its corrosion resistance and wear resistance. In addition, this alloy is widely used in high-end electronic components, connectors and electrode materials, especially in application scenarios that require high electrical conductivity and long life.

4. Rhodium silver alloy (Rh-Ag alloy): Common ratios of rhodium silver alloy include 5% rhodium/95% silver, 10% rhodium/90% silver, etc. This alloy is mainly used for high-temperature electrical contact materials and electronic components, especially parts such as electrical switches, relays, plugs, etc. The addition of rhodium improves the stability of silver alloys in high temperature and corrosive environments, prolongs the service life of rhodium silver alloys, and improves electrical conductivity. Due to the wear resistance and oxidation resistance of rhodium, this alloy is very important in electrical applications that require high performance and stability.

5. Rhodium copper alloy (Rh-Cu alloy): Common ratios of rhodium copper alloy include 10% rhodium/90% copper, 20% rhodium/80% copper, etc. This alloy is widely used for certain catalytic reactions, especially in the petrochemical field. Rhodium copper alloy has strong high temperature resistance and corrosion resistance, and can maintain good catalytic effect even in harsh working environments. The addition of rhodium improves the strength and durability of copper alloys, giving them excellent performance in high-temperature catalytic reactions. Rhodium-copper alloys have important applications in petroleum refining and other chemical reactions.

6. Rhodium-iron alloys (Rh-Fe alloys): Rhodium-iron alloys are generally present in a ratio of 10% rhodium and 90% iron, and are mainly used in special catalysis and chemical reactions. Rhodium-iron alloys are characterized by excellent high-temperature resistance and corrosion resistance, making them suitable for some harsh industrial environments. The addition of rhodium improves the catalytic performance of ferroalloys, especially in certain special reactions in petrochemical and fine chemical products, improving catalytic efficiency and reaction selectivity. Although this alloy is not often used in large-scale applications, it has its own advantages in certain fields.

One of the recycling sources of rhodium-containing waste from platinum-rhodium alloys. Recycling sources of rhodium-containing waste include platinum rhodium wire recycling, rhodium slag recycling, rhodium water recycling, rhodium slurry recycling, rhodium rod recycling, platinum rhodium leak plate recycling, etc. If you need to recycle rhodium-containing scrap, please call our 24-hour service hotline. Dingfeng's precious metal recycling and refining manufacturers have no middlemen who get the price difference, and have independent recycling and refining plants with professional technical teams and customer service personnel to provide one-to-one service.