Overview
Lithium is the lightest metal, with a density of about 0.534 g/cm³. It is produced industrially by molten-salt electrolysis of lithium chloride–potassium chloride and purified by vacuum distillation. Ingots are used in Al-Li and Mg-Li alloys, organic synthesis, lithium primary batteries and the nuclear industry.
- Li ≥ 99.9% (up to 99.95%)
- Vacuum-distilled
- Mineral oil or argon packaging
Technical data
| Item | Li 99.9 | Li 99.95 |
|---|---|---|
| Li / % min | 99.9 | 99.95 |
| Na / % max | 0.020 | 0.010 |
| K / % max | 0.005 | 0.003 |
| Ca / % max | 0.005 | 0.003 |
| Fe / % max | 0.001 | 0.0005 |
| Si / % max | 0.003 | 0.001 |
| Cl / % max | 0.005 | 0.003 |
| N / % max | 0.010 | 0.005 |
| Ingot weight | 0.5–2 kg | 0.5–2 kg |
Na, K, Cl and N contents and the surface oil film are key acceptance criteria for lithium metal.
Reference standards
Standards and values are typical references. Supply is governed by the agreed technical protocol and the batch COA.
Main applications
Packaging and storage
Packaging
Aluminum-plastic lined bags in steel drums, protected by mineral oil or paraffin; 25 kg/drum.
Storage
Dry, under inert atmosphere or mineral oil, away from water and ignition sources.
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