Description
Aluminum Oxide (Al₂O₃) Nanopowder/Nanoparticles – Alpha Phase, Purity: 99.5+%, Size: 60–80 nm, Hydrophilic
Product Overview
Aluminum Oxide (Al₂O₃) Nanopowder in alpha crystalline phase is a white, hydrophilic nanomaterial with high purity (99.5+%) and uniform particle size distribution between 60 and 80 nm. Featuring a nearly spherical morphology and high dimensional stability, this nanopowder is ideal for high-temperature and high-strength applications. The material is well-known for its excellent hardness, chemical resistance, infrared emission properties, and high specific surface area (>20 m²/g), making it a valuable component in advanced ceramics, polymers, textiles, and catalysis.
Technical Properties
Property | Value |
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Purity (%) | 99.5+ |
Average Particle Size (nm) | 60 – 80 |
Grain Size (nm) | 27 |
Color | White |
Specific Surface Area | >20 m²/g |
Morphology | Nearly spherical |
Crystal Structure | Rhombohedral (α) |
Surface Character | Hydrophilic |
Elemental Impurities (ppm):
Ca: < 20 | V: < 5 | Cl: < 280 | Na: < 30 | Mn: < 5 | Co: < 5
Applications
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Ceramic Reinforcement:
Improves toughness, thermal shock resistance, and density in high-performance ceramics such as cutting tools, crucibles, and furnace tubes. -
Polymer and Rubber Additive:
Enhances wear resistance, hardness, and thermal fatigue resistance in plastics and elastomers. -
Far-Infrared Emission Materials:
Aluminum oxide nanoparticles emit far-infrared radiation, making them suitable for use in fiber textiles and thermal insulation applications such as high-pressure sodium lamps. -
Polishing and Surface Finishing:
Utilized in tapes, abrasive media, and polishing agents for metals, semiconductors, and optical components. -
Catalyst and Catalyst Support:
Used in catalysis either as a catalyst or as a support material, especially in heterogeneous chemical reactions requiring thermal stability. -
Glass and Semiconductor Processing:
Integrated into specialty glass and semiconductor manufacturing for its inertness and heat resistance.