Description

Aluminum Carbide CAS NO 1299-86-1 is an inorganic chemical compound primarily used as a reagent for generating methane gas. It serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of aluminum nitride and other advanced ceramic materials. This product is essential for research laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the metallurgical, semiconductor, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Methane Generation: Used as a reliable solid source of methane gas in laboratory and industrial settings.
• Ceramic Precursor: Acts as a key starting material in the production of high-purity aluminum nitride (AlN) ceramics.
• Metallurgical Agent: Employed in metal processing and alloy production as a carburizing and reducing agent.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as an intermediate in organic and inorganic synthesis processes.
• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Applied in the fabrication of certain semiconductor layers and components.
• Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for material science studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aluminum Carbide
CAS No.	1299-86-1
Molecular Formula	Al4C3
Molecular Weight	143.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Aluminium Carbide; Tetraluminum Tricarbide; Aluminum Carbon Alloy; Al4C3; Carbide, Aluminum; Aluminum Sesquicarbide; Aluminium Carbon Alloy; Aluminium Sesquicarbide
EINECS	215-076-2

Quality Control

Our Aluminum Carbide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including X-ray diffraction (XRD), elemental analysis, and particle size distribution. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Al4C3)	≥ 95.0 %
Particle Size (Typical)	< 100 mesh (or as requested)
Moisture Content	< 0.5 %
Insoluble Matter	< 1.0 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.