MAX Phase Powders is a new class of carbides and
nitrides that possesses the properties between metals and ceramics. Its
potential applications include gas burner nozzles in a corrosive environment, heating
element, high temperature bearing, diamond/Ti3SiC2 composites for dry drilling
of concrete. MAX phases are layered hexagonal structures that are becoming
useful due to its diverse applications, especially its survival in high
temperatures and its extreme environment. Its unique combination of metallic
and ceramic properties includes, e.g., low density and hardness, good
machinability, high strength, and
Young's modulus at high temperature, high chemical and thermal shock resistance
and thermal and electrical conductivity.