the Tantalum Anodes offer excellent corrosion resistance, low electrical resistance, long service life at very high current density and low maintenance cost. Also, the Platinised Tantalum Anodes are used in electroplating, fuel cells and other applications.
The Tantalum is very similar to Niobium. It is a very hard metal that can deform plastically in a sustainable way without breaking. The Tantalum conducts heat and electricity very well and is therefore used mainly for the production of electrolytic capacitors. Another interesting feature is that Tantalum is a biocompatible material and is used for implants.