Description

Tantalum Aluminide CAS NO 12004-76-1 is an advanced intermetallic compound composed of tantalum and aluminum, known for its exceptional high-temperature stability and oxidation resistance. This material is critical for demanding applications where structural integrity must be maintained under extreme thermal and corrosive conditions. It is primarily utilized in the aerospace, power generation, and advanced materials research sectors for components such as turbine blades, protective coatings, and high-strength composites.

Application

• Aerospace Components: Used in high-temperature structural parts for jet engines and rocket propulsion systems.
• Protective Coatings: Serves as a diffusion barrier and oxidation-resistant coating for superalloys and refractory metals.
• High-Temperature Furnace Parts: Employed in the manufacture of crucibles, heating elements, and fixtures for sintering and melting processes.
• Advanced Composite Materials: Acts as a reinforcing phase in metal-matrix composites (MMCs) to enhance strength and thermal stability.
• Semiconductor Manufacturing: Utilized as a sputtering target material for depositing thin films in microelectronics.
• Research & Development: A key material for studying intermetallic compounds and developing next-generation high-performance alloys.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tantalum Aluminide
CAS No.	12004-76-1
Molecular Formula	AlTa
Molecular Weight	233.89 g/mol
Synonyms	Tantalum monoaluminide; Aluminum tantalum (AlTa); Tantalum-aluminum alloy; Tantalum aluminum intermetallic; Tantalum(IV) aluminide; AlTa compound; TA-1 (common alloy designation)
EINECS	234-455-5

Quality Control

Our Tantalum Aluminide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and spectroscopic methods for elemental analysis. We adhere to stringent internal specifications and relevant material standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size distribution (where applicable), and other critical parameters 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 material is stable under inert atmospheres but should be kept away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Minimize exposure to moisture to prevent surface oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or solid pieces
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to AlTa phase pattern
Assay (AlTa)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (Powder, D50)	1-50 µm (customizable)
Metallic Impurities (ICP-OES)	≤ 0.5% total
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%
Nitrogen Content	≤ 0.1%

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