Titanium Carbide (Ti₃C₂Tx) MXene Phase Powder (98+%, 2–20 µm)

Description

Titanium Carbide (Ti₃C₂Tx) MXene Phase Powder (98+%, 2–20 µm)

Titanium Carbide (Ti₃C₂Tx) MXene belongs to the innovative family of two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterials derived from the selective etching of MAX phases (in this case, Ti₃AlC₂). With a purity of 98+% and particle sizes ranging from 2–20 µm, Ti₃C₂Tx MXene powder exhibits extraordinary conductivity, flexibility, hydrophilicity, and high surface area, making it one of the most promising advanced materials in nanotechnology.

The Tx termination groups (–OH, –O, –F), introduced during etching, enhance its dispersibility in water, surface reactivity, and potential for hybrid material integration. Ti₃C₂Tx combines metal-like conductivity with ceramic-like mechanical strength, offering unique multifunctionality across electronics, energy storage, catalysis, and biomedical engineering.

Technical Properties

• Chemical Formula: Ti₃C₂Tx

• Parent MAX Phase: Ti₃AlC₂

• Structure: Multilayer MXene, 2D lamellar

• Purity: 98+%

• Particle Size: 2–20 µm

• Average Lateral Length: 12–20 µm

• Average Lateral Width: 10–30 µm

• Appearance: Dark purple-black powder

• Method of Synthesis: HF Etching

• Surface Groups (Tx): –OH, –O, –F

Chemical Analysis (%)

• Ti: 49.70

• C: 28.50

• F: 18.60

• O: 3.20

   

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Key Features

• High electrical conductivity (metal-like performance).

• Hydrophilic nature for easy aqueous dispersion.

• Flexible, layered structure with large surface area.

• Tunable surface chemistry (Tx groups).

• Excellent thermal and chemical stability.

• Strong potential as a precursor for hybrid nanocomposites.

Applications

Ti₃C₂Tx MXene is a next-generation multifunctional nanomaterial, widely studied and applied in:

• Energy Storage:
  Electrodes for lithium-ion, sodium-ion, potassium-ion batteries, and supercapacitors with fast charge/discharge capability.

• Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Protection:
  Used in lightweight shielding materials for aerospace, communications, and defense systems.

• Catalysis:
  Active in electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, and hydrogen evolution reactions (HER) due to high surface activity.

• Sensors & Electronics:
  Applied in biosensors, chemical sensors, field-effect transistors, and flexible electronics.

• Water Treatment:
  Efficient in removing heavy metals, salts, and organic pollutants, thanks to its hydrophilic and functionalized surfaces.

• Biomedical Applications:
  Studied in drug delivery, antibacterial coatings, and photothermal cancer therapy.

• Flexible Devices:
  Used in wearable electronics, transparent conductive films, and next-gen optoelectronics.