Product Code: 1009

99.99% Aluminum

Lead-freeFour-Nines Purity Superior Corrosion Resistance High Reflectivity
High-purity 99.99% Al with exceptional corrosion resistance and low density. Forms: shot, ingot, and sheared pieces.
Solidus
1,190°F (643°C)
Liquidus
1,215°F (657°C)
Density
0.098 lbs/in³ (2.71 g/cm³)
Primary Elements
Al
Nominal Composition
Bal, 99.99% Al
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Product Overview

99.99% Aluminum is a four-nines high-purity aluminum with a nominal composition of 99.99% Al balance. Its extremely low impurity level delivers superior corrosion resistance, excellent reflectivity, and consistent physical properties that commercially pure grades cannot match. The metal’s low density makes it a preferred base material where weight is a primary design consideration.

This grade finds application in the construction industry for architectural cladding, reflective surfaces, and components requiring a high-quality anodized finish. It is a reference material in aerospace and rocket technology, where alloy development and structural performance depend on a controlled, high-purity aluminum base. Reflector components in LED and optical systems also rely on this grade for proper thermal management and long operating life.

Forms: 2–5 mesh shot, ingot, and sheared pieces to accommodate laboratory, research, and production melting operations requiring precise chemistry control.

Available Forms

2-5 Mesh Shot, Ingot, Sheared Pieces

Product Code

1009

Technical Info

Thermal Properties

Melting Point (Solidus)1,190°F (643°C)
Melting Point (Liquidus)1,215°F (657°C)

Physical Properties

Density (imperial)0.098 lbs/in³
Density (metric)2.71 g/cm³
Primary ElementsAl
Lead FreeYes
Key Features
Four-Nines PuritySuperior Corrosion ResistanceHigh Reflectivity

Nominal Composition

  • 99.99% Al
  • Bal

Frequently Asked Questions

Common technical inquiries regarding 99.99% Aluminum
99.99% aluminum is specified when impurity levels must be minimized to avoid interference with alloy chemistry, physical property measurements, or surface finish outcomes. It is the standard choice for master alloy production, laboratory reference melts, and applications such as optical reflectors or semiconductor components where trace contaminants have measurable effects.
The 2–5 mesh shot form provides fast, uniform dissolution and allows accurate charge weights without cutting or shearing. For larger heats, sheared pieces offer efficient bulk addition. Ingot is suited to operations where a slower, controlled melt rate is preferred or where storage and handling convenience is a priority.
Yes. Higher purity aluminum generally exhibits better corrosion resistance because the absence of intermetallic impurity phases reduces the formation of galvanic micro-cells at grain boundaries. This makes 99.99% aluminum preferable in aggressive atmospheric or marine environments and for anodizing applications where a uniform, defect-free oxide layer is required.

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