Crimp connector

molybdenumfor lampfor welding systems

Product overview
Plansee supplies narrow molybdenum (Mo) and molybdenum‑yttrium oxide (MY) ribbons designed for forming tubular crimp connectors used as welding aids in lamp production. These tubes enable reliable joining of tungsten filaments to molybdenum‑lanthanum‑oxide (ML) support pins; MY ribbons offer improved weldability compared to pure Mo.

Function / Process
The ribbon is formed into a tube placed over the tungsten filament end, mechanically crimped to fix it, then welded to the ML pin to create the electrical and mechanical joint. The product is optimized for automated tube forming and series assembly processes.

Materials available

• Molybdenum (Mo) ribbons
• Molybdenum‑yttrium oxide (MY) ribbons

Your advantages at a glance

• Tightest production tolerances for repeatability
• High surface quality for defect‑free welding
• Designed for automated series production
• High material purity for optimal weld seam quality and service life

Production and suitability
Plansee manufactures the ribbons in fully automated, modern production lines ensuring consistent dimensional accuracy, surface finish and material purity. Ribbons are supplied for efficient, repeatable tube formation and reliable crimp‑and‑weld joints.

Characteristics / Technical specifications

• Typical thickness: 0.08 to 0.12 mm (tolerance ±0.0075 mm)
• Typical width: 2 to 5 mm (tolerance ±0.02 mm)
• Materials: Mo (molybdenum) and MY (molybdenum‑yttrium oxide)
• Supply form: ribbons for tube formation (tubular welding aids)
• Application: joining tungsten filaments to ML support pins in lamp production
• MY ribbons: improved weldability vs. pure Mo
• Production: fully automated processes, high surface quality and material purity
• Intended use: automated series production of lamp welding tubes