Description
Molybdenum Aluminum Boride (MoAlB) MAX Phase Powder (99+%, 200 mesh)
Molybdenum Aluminum Boride (MoAlB) belongs to the family of MAX phase ceramics, a unique group of layered ternary compounds (M = transition metal, A = group element, X = carbon/nitrogen/boron) that exhibit hybrid metallic and ceramic properties. With a purity of 99+% and a particle size of 200 mesh, MoAlB is a dark gray powder offering a rare combination of electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, high hardness, and chemical resistance.
Like other MAX phases, MoAlB serves as a precursor for MXenes, a new class of 2D nanomaterials with exceptional electrochemical, optical, and catalytic properties. This makes MoAlB highly attractive not only for structural applications but also for next-generation energy storage and electronic devices.
Technical Properties
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Chemical Formula: MoAlB
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Purity: 99+%
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Particle Size: 200 mesh
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Appearance: Dark gray powder
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Material Class: MAX Phase (M = Mo, A = Al, X = B)
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Key Features:
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Excellent thermal conductivity & electrical conductivity
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High hardness and wear resistance
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Strong oxidation & corrosion resistance
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Potential as a precursor to MXenes
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Stable at elevated temperatures
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Applications
Molybdenum Aluminum Boride (MoAlB) MAX Phase Powder demonstrates versatile applications across energy storage, catalysis, and advanced materials engineering:
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Energy Storage:
Potential use in lithium-ion batteries and hybrid electrochemical capacitors due to excellent electrical conductivity and layered structure. -
Catalysis:
Effective in heterogeneous catalysis and catalytic supports, benefiting from Mo-based activity combined with structural stability. -
Spintronics & Electronics:
Explored for spintronic devices, gate electrodes, and flexible electronics, leveraging its electrical properties and 2D MXene derivatives. -
Protective Coatings & Ceramics:
Used in oxidation-resistant coatings, wear-resistant composites, and high-temperature structural parts. -
MXene Research:
Serves as a precursor for Mo-based MXenes, enabling novel 2D nanomaterials with wide potential in sensors, optoelectronics, and biomedicine.
Storage & Handling
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Store in sealed containers under vacuum, in a cool and dry environment.
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Avoid moisture, air exposure, and mechanical stress.
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Handle with appropriate PPE (mask, gloves, goggles).