Silver (Ag) – Unmatched Conductivity, Reflectivity, and Purity
At Advanced Hermetic Solutions, silver is leveraged in brazing, plating, and sealing applications where superior conductivity, thermal dissipation, and microbial protection are essential. Its performance is critical in aerospace, medical, and high-frequency electronic assemblies.
Material Properties
- Atomic Number: 47
- Atomic Mass: 107.8682 u
- Density: 10.49 g/cm³
- Melting Point: 961.8°C (1,763°F)
- Boiling Point: 2,162°C (3,924°F)
- Thermal Conductivity: 429 W/m·K (highest among metals)
- Electrical Conductivity: 63 × 10⁶ S/m (highest among all elements)
- Reflectivity: ~95% across visible spectrum
- Crystal Structure: Face-centered cubic (FCC)
- Hardness: Mohs 2.5–3
- Antibacterial Action: Disrupts cell membranes of bacteria and viruses
- Color: Bright metallic white
Applications in Hermetic Engineering
High-Frequency Connectors
Silver plating enhances signal integrity and reduces loss in microwave and RF hermetic packages.
Thermal Management Interfaces
Used as a contact layer or coating in assemblies requiring maximum thermal dissipation from critical components.
Medical and Antimicrobial Assemblies
Silver-lined enclosures reduce bacterial growth in implantable sensors and sterilizable electronic housings.
Engineered Excellence with Silver
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