Description

Vanadium Carbides CAS NO 11130-21-5 is a high-performance refractory ceramic material composed of vanadium and carbon. This compound is valued for its exceptional hardness, high melting point, and excellent thermal stability, making it a critical component in advanced industrial applications. It is primarily utilized in the metallurgical, tooling, and aerospace sectors where superior wear resistance and durability under extreme conditions are required.

Application

• Hard Alloy Additive: Used as a grain refiner and strengthening agent in tungsten carbide-cobalt (WC-Co) and other cemented carbides to enhance hardness and wear resistance.
• Cutting & Machining Tools: A key constituent in the production of high-speed steel (HSS) tools, milling cutters, and drill bits for improved performance and longevity.
• Surface Coatings: Applied via thermal spray or chemical vapor deposition (CVD) to create wear-resistant and protective coatings on industrial components.
• Aerospace Components: Employed in the manufacturing of turbine blades, engine parts, and other high-temperature structural elements.
• Cermets & Composites: Serves as a reinforcing phase in ceramic-metal composites (cermets) for specialized industrial applications.
• Catalyst Support: Investigated for use as a catalyst or catalyst support material in certain high-temperature chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vanadium Carbides
CAS No.	11130-21-5
Molecular Formula	VC (primary phase, non-stoichiometric forms exist)
Molecular Weight	62.95 g/mol (for VC)
Synonyms	Vanadium monocarbide; Vanadium(IV) carbide; VC; Vanadium carbon alloy; Cemented vanadium carbide; Carbide vanadium; Vanadium carbide (V4C3); Vanadium carbide powder
EINECS	234-349-0

Quality Control

Our Vanadium Carbides are manufactured under controlled conditions and undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Key parameters such as particle size distribution, chemical purity, phase composition, and oxygen/nitrogen content are strictly monitored. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing these specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent oxidation or contamination. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Assay (as VC)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (custom sizes available)
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%
Nitrogen Content	≤ 0.2%
Free Carbon	≤ 0.3%
Metallic Impurities (Fe, Ni, Cr)	≤ 0.1% each
Bulk Density	~2.5 - 4.0 g/cm³

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