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hydriding process

chemical reaction
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  • niobium processing
    niobium processing
    / Niobium powder

    In the hydriding process, the impure niobium is crushed into chunks and placed in a furnace, which is evacuated and heated to 800–950 °C (1,450–1,750 °F). Hydrogen is then fed to the furnace and passed over the charge for two to four hours. After hydriding, the niobium…

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    In the hydriding process, the impure niobium is crushed into chunks and placed in a furnace, which is evacuated and heated to 800–950 °C (1,450–1,750 °F). Hydrogen is then fed to the furnace and passed over the charge for two to four hours. After hydriding, the niobium…

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