High Purity MAX Special Ceramics Material Niobium Aluminum Carbide Nb4AlC3 Powder,99%

A new group of ceramic materials is Niobium aluminium carbide. It combines the best of metals with ceramics. Nb4AlC3 Powder has excellent mechanical properties at high temperatures. Purity: 99%
Particle Size: 200mesh,400mesh

About  Niobium Aluminum Carbide Nb4AlC3 Powder  :

Chemical property

The Nb4AlC3 powder is a compound composed of three elements, niobium, aluminum and carbon, in which the atomic ratio of niobium, aluminum and carbon is 4:1:3. This compound has stable chemical properties, does not react with water and air at room temperature, and has good chemical stability. In addition, the Nb4AlC3 powder has a melting point of about 2750 ° C, allowing it to remain stable in high-temperature environments.

Physical properties

Density: The density of Nb4AlC3 powder is about 3.7g/cm³, which is lower than metallic materials such as niobium and aluminum, which makes it a lightweight, high-strength material.

Hardness: The hardness of Nb4AlC3 powder is very high, reaching more than Hv3000, which makes it an ideal wear-resistant material.

Crystal structure: The crystal structure of Nb4AlC3 powder is a face-centered cubic lattice, which makes it have good high-temperature stability and mechanical properties.

Thermal conductivity: Nb4AlC3 powder has excellent thermal conductivity and can effectively transfer heat, making the material stable in high-temperature environments.

Electrical properties: Nb4AlC3 powder has good electrical properties, including electrical conductivity and insulation, and can be used to manufacture electronic devices and circuits.

Mechanical properties

Nb4AlC3 powder has excellent mechanical properties. Its tensile and yield strength are higher than niobium aluminum and other metal materials and have good toughness. In addition, the fatigue and high-temperature stability of Nb4AlC3 powder is also increased, and it can maintain stable mechanical properties in high-temperature environments. This makes it an ideal material for manufacturing high-performance components such as aerospace engine parts, automotive engine parts, and more.

Technical Parameter of Niobium Aluminum Carbide Nb4AlC3 Powder

Production Method of Niobium Aluminum Carbide Nb4AlC3 Powder：

Carbothermal reduction method

Carbothermic reduction is a standard method to prepare niobium-aluminum carbide powder. Its basic principle is to react with niobium-aluminum and carbon oxides or halides at high temperatures to produce Nb4AlC3 powder. The specific steps are as follows:

Ingredients: The oxides or halides of niobium, aluminum and carbon are mixed in proportion to make a mixture.

Carbothermal reduction: The mixture is heated to high temperatures, usually above 1500 ° C. Carbon reacts with oxides or halides at high temperatures to produce Nb4AlC3 powder.

Collection: The generated Nb4AlC3 powder is collected and post-processed, such as crushing, screening, etc.

The advantages of the carbothermal reduction method are a simple preparation process, low cost and easy industrial production. However, this method also has some disadvantages, such as the need to use high-temperature equipment and the reaction process producing harmful gases.

Mechanical alloying method

Mechanical alloying is a standard method to prepare intermetallic compounds. The basic principle is to mechanically stir the metal powder at high temperatures to make it react and produce intermetallic compounds. The specific steps are as follows:

Ingredients: The powder of niobium, aluminum and carbon is mixed in a particular proportion to make a mixed powder.

High-temperature mechanical alloying: The mixed powder is loaded into a high-temperature furnace for high-temperature sintering, usually at temperatures above 1500 ° C. The mixed powder was induced by mechanical stirring at high temperatures to produce Nb4AlC3 powder.

Collection: The generated Nb4AlC3 powder is collected and post-processed, such as crushing, screening, etc.

The advantage of mechanical alloying is that high-purity Nb4AlC3 powder can be prepared while avoiding high-temperature equipment. However, this method has disadvantages, such as a long preparation cycle and high cost.

Applicationes of Niobium Aluminum Carbide Nb4AlC3 Powder  :

Aerospace field

In the aerospace field, Nb4AlC3 powder is widely used in manufacturing aerospace engine parts and spacecraft structural parts due to its excellent mechanical properties and high-temperature stability. Its high strength, hardness, reasonable wear and corrosion resistance make it an ideal material for manufacturing aerospace components. By using Nb4AlC3 powder, the performance and reliability of aerospace equipment can be improved while reducing manufacturing costs.

The nuclear industry

Nb4AlC3 powder is widely used in the nuclear industry to manufacture nuclear reactor parts. Its high strength, hardness, reasonable wear and corrosion resistance make it an ideal material for manufacturing atomic reactor components. In addition, Nb4AlC3 powder can also be used to manufacture critical components such as shields and seals in nuclear reactors, which can improve its high-temperature resistance and sealing performance. By using Nb4AlC3 powder, the performance and reliability of atomic industry equipment can be enhanced while reducing manufacturing costs.

The electronic field

Its good electrical conductivity and high-temperature stability make it an ideal material for manufacturing electronic devices and circuits. By using Nb4AlC3 powder, the performance and reliability of electronic devices can be improved while reducing manufacturing costs. In addition, Nb4AlC3 powder can also be used to manufacture high-temperature electronic devices and circuits to meet the needs of high-temperature environments.

Biomedical field

In the biomedical field, Nb4AlC3 powder is widely used to manufacture biomedical materials due to its good biocompatibility and bioactivity. Its good biocompatibility and bioactivity make it an ideal material for manufacturing biomedical devices such as artificial joints, dental implants and bone repair materials. By using Nb4AlC3 powder, the performance and reliability of medical devices can be improved while reducing manufacturing costs. In addition, Nb4AlC3 powder can also be used to manufacture biomedical reagents such as drug carriers and biological detection reagents, which can meet its application needs in the biomedical field.

Niobium Aluminum Carbide Nb4AlC3 Pulver Storage Conditions:
Nb4AlC3 Powder dispersion performance will be affected by moisture reunion. Nb4AlC3 Powder should be vacuum packed and stored in cool dry area. Nb4AlC3 should also be kept away from stress.

Packing and Shipping Niobium Aluminum Carbide NB4AlC3 Pulp :
There are many options for packing, which all depend on the amount of niobium-alcoide Nb4AlC3 in your powder.
Packaging of powder Niobium aluminum caride Nb4AlC3: You can vacuum pack 100g, 500g, 1kg/bag or 25kg/barrel. Or as you request.
Delivery of powder Niobium aluminum caride Nb4AlC3: You can have your order shipped by sea or air as soon as you receive payment.

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