Niobium Cavity Welding
Around the world, niobium cavities are used in particle accelerators for advanced research. The stringent weld requirements for these cavities are a natural fit for the electron beam welding process. EB's characteristic of welding under vacuum suits Niobium’s (very reactive) ’affinity for oxygen' maintaining the highest purity levels. The excellent process control which is characteristic of electron beam welding provides the required, smooth surface finish of the over/under weld beads- consistently and repeatedly.
Description:
Shaped sheet metal parts
welded to for cavities of
various designs
Material(s):
Niobium (Nb)
Joint Geometry:
axial and radial
circumferential welds
Weld Depth:
.020" up 1"+