FLiNaK is the name of the ternary
eutectic alkaline metal fluoride salt mixture
LiF-
NaF-
KF (46.5-11.5-42 mol %). It has a melting point of 454 °C and a boiling point of 1570 °C. It is used as
electrolyte for the
electroplating of
refractory metals and compounds like
titanium,
tantalum,
hafnium,
zirconium and their
borides.
See also