Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.
Clear acrylic cube displaying a Ruthenium element (Atomic Number 44) embedded within, offering a scientific presentation for collectors and science enthusiasts.

Ruthenium Element Cube

$207.06
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Ruthenium's atomic number is 44 and it's symbol is Ru. Ruthenium is a bright, reflective, silver color, similar to platinum. Its most common use is on electrical contacts, to provide a more wear resistant surface, than the more commonly used gold. Ruthenium is a fairly expensive precious metal, with a current value of $600 USD per ounce as of March 2023.

We use 2 different samples depending on availability. Both cubes have the same weight of Ruthenium encased in the acrylic. One sample we use is a bead or beads depending on weight and the other is an ampoule. Feel free to reach out to us and see what samples we currently have in stock. 

Details
  • Made In USA
  • 2x2x2 inches
  • 99.995% Pure Sample 
Safety

We get asked about the radioactivity and overall safety of the periodic tables/cubes from time to time. These are legitimate concerns and we wanted to address those concerns here. Although there are several elements in the cubes that are dangerous or toxic, the acrylic and glass ampules make the products safe to handle and store.

The average American is exposed to 0.034 mrem/hr from background radiation (300 mrem/year). In other words, a person will get three times the radiation from natural background radiation which includes the sun, food, radon, and the environment, than they will from holding a radioactive element in one of our Lucite Acrylic displays.

Care Instructions

Wash with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water. Use a clean, soft cloth, or sponge. Rinse and blot dry with a damp cloth or chamois.

*Never use abrasive cleaners, household cleaners, window-cleaning fluids, scouring compounds, gritty cloths, or strong solvents such as alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride, etc.*

To maintain the brilliant luster of acrylic, wax and occasionally with a quality grade of automobile paste wax (NOT A CLEANER WAX COMBINATION.) Apply a thin coat with a clean, cotton flannel cloth. Then wipe with a clean damp cloth. NEVER USE HOUSEHOLD SPRAY WAXES.

Proudly made in the U.S.A.