Description
Titanium Carbide (TiC) Micron Powder, Purity: 99.5+%, Size: 1 µm
Product Description:
Titanium Carbide (TiC) Micron Powder is an advanced ceramic material known for its exceptional hardness, high melting point, and excellent wear resistance. With a fine particle size of 1 µm and purity exceeding 99.5%, TiC powder is ideal for high-performance engineering applications, particularly in cutting tools, abrasives, wear-resistant components, and composite reinforcements.
Due to its excellent chemical stability and high-temperature strength, Titanium Carbide is widely used in the manufacturing of cermets, metal-ceramic composites, and coatings for metal forming and machining applications. Its combination of metallic conductivity and ceramic-like mechanical strength also makes it suitable for specialized electronic and aerospace technologies.
Technical Properties of Titanium Carbide (TiC) Micron Powder
Property | Value |
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Product Name | Titanium Carbide (TiC) |
Purity | 99.5+ % |
Particle Size | 1 µm |
CAS Number | 12070-08-5 |
Appearance | Gray to black powder |
Crystal Structure | Cubic |
Density | 4.93 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | ~3160 °C |
Boiling Point | ~4820 °C |
Mohs Hardness | ~9–9.5 |
Electrical Conductivity | Good (metallic-like) |
Thermal Conductivity | High |
Applications of Titanium Carbide (TiC) Micron Powder
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Hard Coatings and Surface Treatments: Used in PVD/CVD coatings for cutting tools and wear-resistant parts to extend tool life.
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Cermet Composites: Serves as a key ingredient in TiC-based cermets for enhanced strength and toughness in metal forming tools.
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Abrasives and Cutting Tools: Its superior hardness and stability make it ideal for high-speed and precision machining.
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Thermal Barrier Coatings: Effective for applications requiring heat resistance and minimal thermal expansion.
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Aerospace and Defense: Employed in advanced armor systems and high-temperature structural components.
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Conductive Ceramics: Utilized in electronic applications where both conductivity and ceramic strength are required.