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Ruthenium for research, analytics & industry
High-purity ruthenium for research, thin-film technology and synthesis. Powders, oxides, targets & compounds directly from ChemPUR.
High-purity ruthenium products
Ruthenium in many forms & purities
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Physical Properties
Melting Point
2,310.0°C
Boiling Point
3,900.0°C
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Why is ChemPUR the right partner for ruthenium?
For decades, ChemPUR has supported research institutions, development departments and industrial users with high-purity metals, precious metal compounds and specialty chemicals. Our company has extensive experience in the field of ruthenium and offers a broad product range for analytics, thin-film technology, synthesis, catalysis and materials research. Thanks to our international distributor network, we can source and reliably supply almost all ruthenium materials worldwide.
You also benefit from personal technical advice, short decision-making paths and customized special solutions. Our product range includes, among other items, ruthenium powders, oxides, sputter targets, catalysts, halides and evaporation materials in various purities and delivery forms. As an ISO 9001:2015 certified company, we place great value on consistently high quality and a predictable supply for your research and development projects.
What is ruthenium used for in the laboratory?
Ruthenium is used in a wide range of ways in laboratories and research institutions. The precious metal plays an important role particularly in materials research, catalysis, thin-film technology and analytics. Due to its high corrosion resistance, thermal stability and good electrical conductivity, ruthenium is suitable for demanding applications. These include, in particular, applications in electrochemistry, semiconductor technology, sensor technology and surface coating, as the material retains stable electrical and structural properties even at high temperatures and in chemically aggressive environments.
Ruthenium is also used in synthesis processes and in the development of new materials and technologies. In thin-film technology, for example, ruthenium sputter targets and evaporation materials are used. Ruthenium compounds, in turn, are often used as catalysts or precursors for organometallic processes. ChemPUR supplies high-purity ruthenium products for research and industrial applications in various forms and purity grades—tailored to your specific project requirements.
What distinguishes ruthenium from other materials?
Ruthenium belongs to the platinum group metals and is characterized by high chemical stability, pronounced corrosion resistance, and excellent temperature and oxidation resistance. As a result, the material retains its structural and electrical properties even under high thermal loads and in chemically aggressive environments.
In addition, ruthenium has good electrical conductivity and high hardness. These properties make the material particularly interesting for applications in thin-film technology, semiconductor technology, electrochemistry, sensor technology, as well as for electrical contacts and catalytic processes. Ruthenium compounds are also used specifically in synthesis and research applications. ChemPUR offers ruthenium in numerous delivery forms and purities—including powders, oxides, sputter targets and organometallic compounds for research, development and industrial applications.
Are there ruthenium compounds for syntheses?
Yes, ChemPUR offers various ruthenium compounds for synthesis processes, research and development. These include, among others, ruthenium acetates, ruthenium chlorides, ruthenium pentanedionates, as well as other organometallic and inorganic compounds. These products are used, for example, in organic synthesis, catalysis, materials research or thin-film technology.
Organometallic ruthenium compounds in particular are suitable as precursors for coating and thin-film processes. In addition, ChemPUR supplies high-purity halides, nitrate solutions and complex ruthenium compounds for demanding laboratory applications. The various purity grades and delivery forms enable targeted selection to match your application. Our team also supports you in selecting suitable materials and meeting individual requirements for research and development projects.
Does ChemPUR supply ruthenium oxides?
ChemPUR supplies various ruthenium oxides for research, analytics and industrial applications. These include, among others, ruthenium(IV) oxide and ruthenium(IV) oxide hydrate in different purities and container sizes. Ruthenium oxides are frequently used in materials science, thin-film technology, electrochemistry, and catalytic applications. Due to their special electrical and chemical properties, these materials are suitable for demanding research and development projects.
At ChemPUR, you receive high-purity oxides with defined specifications for reproducible results in the laboratory and in technical applications. In addition, our team supports you in selecting suitable purities and material forms for your specific application. Through our international distributor network, we can also implement special requirements and project-based solutions with flexibility.
Which ruthenium catalysts does ChemPUR supply?
ChemPUR offers various ruthenium catalysts for research, development and industrial applications. These include both homogeneous and heterogeneous precious metal catalysts for chemical processes and synthesis applications. Our product range includes, among others, ruthenium on activated carbon as well as other high-purity ruthenium compounds for catalytic applications.
These materials are used, for example, in organic synthesis, hydrogen technology, electrochemistry or materials research. In addition, ChemPUR supplies special ruthenium compounds that can be used as catalyst precursors. Different purity grades and delivery forms allow the products to be tailored precisely to your requirements. Our company also supports research institutions and development departments with expert advice in selecting suitable catalysts and materials.
Which ruthenium forms does ChemPUR offer?
At ChemPUR, we offer ruthenium in numerous delivery forms for research, development and industrial applications. Our product range includes, among others, powders, granules, sponges, pieces, oxides, sputter targets and evaporation materials. In addition, we also provide various ruthenium compounds such as acetates, halides, nitrates, pentanedionates, as well as catalytic materials and electroplating solutions. For applications in thin-film technology, sputter targets and evaporation materials are available in various sizes and purities.
If standard solutions are not sufficient, ChemPUR develops customized special fabrications and project-based solutions for specific requirements. Our wide selection of forms, purity grades and material types enables precisely tailored ruthenium products for a broad range of applications in research and industry.