Rhenium

Rhenium (Re) is a rare metal that also belongs to the platinum group.

Description

Rhenium is a silvery gray metal with high hardness and corrosion resistance.

Application

Used in catalysts, high-temperature alloys (including alloys for turbines), electrode manufacturing, and research.

Extraction

Major producing countries include Chile, Kazakhstan, Russia and Canada.

Unique properties

Rhenium has high temperature resistance and chemical inertness. This allows it to be used in applications requiring high reliability and resistance to aggressive media.

Rhenium is an important material in high-tech industries such as aerospace and energy technology due to its unique physical and chemical properties.