1.5-Inch Niobium Cube

1.5-Inch Niobium Cube

£249.99
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1.5-Inch Niobium Cube
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  • 1.5-Inch Niobium Cube
  • 1.5-Inch Niobium Cube on a black background
1.5-Inch Niobium Cube
Niobium

1.5-Inch Niobium Cube

£249.99
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Nearly half a kilogram of niobium in a 38.1mm cube gives this less familiar element enough mass to become the main event.
In the box
Display stand, custom insert and drawstring bag
Delivery
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Returns
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Guarantee
One year against manufacturing faults.

About this piece

When niobium starts to feel serious

A 1.5 inch niobium cube weighs 474g, turning the understated grey metal into a noticeably substantial object. The 38.1mm form still fits comfortably within the scale of a desk piece, but almost half a kilogram gives it a very different presence from the smaller niobium cubes. Here, the weight becomes part of the reason to choose the size.

More than a material sample

At this scale, niobium feels less like a small elemental specimen and more like an object in its own right. Its 8.57g/cm³ density provides satisfying heft without reaching the extreme concentration of the heaviest metals in the range. The chamfered cube remains visually restrained, leaving the unusual material and its mass to carry the experience. Browse smaller and larger niobium cubes, or compare metal cubes in other elements.

Specifications

Dimensions 38.1mm cubed / 1.5 inch
Weight 474g
Material Solid Niobium
Density 8.57 g/cm³
Finish Chamfered Edges

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Questions

Is the cube solid metal?

Yes. Each metal cube is a solid piece of the material stated in its specifications, rather than a hollow shell or plated object. That matters because the point of the cube is to make properties such as density physically tangible: equal-sized cubes in different metals can feel dramatically different in the hand.

How accurate are the dimensions?

Use the dimensions in the individual product specifications as the reference for that cube. Each cube is machined as a precise geometric object with chamfered edges, so the faces are flat and the corners are comfortable to handle.

Will the surface change over time?

That depends on the metal. Copper develops a patina, a unique darkening of the material which makes every piece special. Titanium, tantalum and niobium change very little. Keep a cube clean and dry if you'd prefer to hold on to its original look.

How do I clean the cube?

For routine care, wipe the cube with a clean, soft cloth and avoid abrasive cleaning that could alter the finish. If the surface has changed naturally, particularly on copper, decide whether you want to preserve that patina before using any metal-cleaning product.

Why do cubes of the same size weigh different amounts in different metals?

Because density is mass packed into a given volume. Two cubes can have exactly the same dimensions but contain very different amounts of mass because their materials have different densities. Comparing equal-sized cubes is one of the simplest ways to experience that material property directly rather than as a number in a table.

How noticeable is the 474g weight at this size?

Very noticeable. The cube is only 38.1mm across, so nearly half a kilogram feels concentrated rather than spread through a large object. It remains manageable as a desk piece, but there is enough mass for the weight to become a defining part of handling it. That makes the 1.5-inch version a clear step up from the smaller niobium cubes.

Is the 1.5-inch niobium cube still easy to handle?

Yes. At 474g, it has substantial heft but is still straightforward to pick up and turn in the hand. Its 38.1mm dimensions also provide more surface area to grip than the one-inch version. It is a useful middle option if you want niobium to feel substantial without moving all the way to the one-kilogram cube.

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