An innovative new form of platinum-clad molybdenum wire for use in semiconductors and electronics applications has been launched, it was confirmed yesterday (4th March).

The wire, which has been developed by Anomet Products, provides a low coefficient of thermal expansion and high oxidation, while also being able to resist corrosion up to 1,000C.

According to Electric Light & Power, the company's design offers significant performance and cost advantages over its solid wire counterparts.

"[The wire is] ideal for fabricating feed-throughs in semiconductor fabrication equipment and for making connectors and switch components used in harsh environments," the website noted.

"Metallurgical-bonding assures that this wire provides superior ductility, formability and weld-ability than electroplated wire."

The wire, which can also be produced in rod or ribbon form, is available in 0.01-inch to 0.06-inch OD sizes, with cladding from 14 to 26 per cent by weight and 4.5 to 55 microns.

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Anomet Products offers line of durable platinum clad molybdenum wire (04/03/10)

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