Platinum Rhodium Wire Recycling: A Complete Guide to Maximizing Scrap Value
Platinum rhodium (Pt-Rh) wire is a high-performance thermocouple material used in extreme environments (up to 1800°C). Due to its high market value, recycling Pt-Rh scrap is a lucrative opportunity for industries .
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Introduction
Platinum rhodium (Pt-Rh) wire is a high-performance thermocouple material used in extreme environments (up to 1800°C). Due to its high market value, recycling Pt-Rh scrap is a lucrative opportunity for industries such as:
✔ Glass manufacturing (furnace temperature sensors)
✔ Aerospace (jet engine testing)
✔ Metallurgy (steel production monitoring)
✔ Semiconductor (crystal growth furnaces)
At Dingfeng Precious Metals, we specialize in high-yield recovery of platinum (Pt) and rhodium (Rh) from used thermocouples, ensuring maximum financial returns.
Why Recycle Pt-Rh Wire?
| Benefit | Explanation |
|---|---|
| High Scrap Value | Rhodium is 10x more expensive than gold (~$4,500/oz in 2024). |
| Reduced Mining Impact | Recycling 1kg Pt-Rh saves 40 tons of mined ore. |
| Industry Compliance | Proper disposal avoids hazardous waste regulations. |
Our Advanced Recycling Process
- Material Collection – We accept:
- B-Type (Pt70-Rh30)
- R-Type (Pt87-Rh13)
- S-Type (Pt90-Rh10)
- XRF & Fire Assay Testing – Ensures >99% accuracy in metal content.
- Chemical Refining – Uses aqua regia & electrolysis for ultra-pure recovery.
- Transparent Pricing – Based on London Metal Exchange (LME) rates.
Case Study: A glass factory recycled 50kg of used B-Type thermocouples with us and recovered $120,000 worth of Pt-Rh.
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