Description

Zirconium Aluminide CAS NO 12004-83-0 is an advanced intermetallic compound known for its exceptional high-temperature stability, oxidation resistance, and mechanical strength. This material is critical for applications requiring lightweight, durable components that perform reliably in extreme thermal and corrosive environments. It is primarily sought by the aerospace, defense, and advanced materials manufacturing sectors for developing next-generation turbine components, protective coatings, and specialized structural alloys.

Application

• Aerospace & Jet Engine Components: Used as a reinforcing phase or coating material for turbine blades and vanes to enhance high-temperature performance and oxidation resistance.
• Protective Coatings & Thermal Barriers: Serves as a key constituent in coatings for metals and superalloys to protect against extreme heat, wear, and corrosive atmospheres.
• Advanced Structural Alloys: Incorporated into aluminum or titanium matrix composites to improve specific strength, stiffness, and thermal stability for automotive and aerospace frames.
• Refractory & Crucible Materials: Employed in the manufacture of high-temperature furnace parts, crucibles, and linings due to its excellent thermal shock resistance.
• Defense & Armor Systems: Utilized in lightweight, high-hardness composite armor and protective plating for military vehicles and personnel.
• Catalyst Supports & Chemical Processing: Acts as a stable, inert support material for catalysts in high-temperature chemical synthesis and reforming processes.
• Electronics & Sputtering Targets: Used in the production of thin-film coatings via physical vapor deposition (PVD) for semiconductor and optical applications.
• Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing): A valuable powder feedstock for producing complex, high-performance metal parts via selective laser melting (SLM) or electron beam melting (EBM).

Basic Information

Product Name	Zirconium Aluminide
CAS No.	12004-83-0
Molecular Formula	Al3Zr / AlZr / AlxZry (variable by phase)
Molecular Weight	Varies by stoichiometry (e.g., Al3Zr ≈ 152.19 g/mol)
Synonyms	Aluminum Zirconium Alloy; Zirconium Aluminum Intermetallic; Zirconium Trialuminide; Al-Zr Alloy; Zirconium Aluminide Powder; Al3Zr Phase; Zirconium Aluminum Compound; Zircaloy precursor material
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Zirconium Aluminide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase purity, inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectrometry (ICP-OES) for elemental composition, and laser diffraction for particle size distribution. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, major phase content, and key physical properties 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent surface oxidation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray metallic powder or solid pieces
Primary Phase (XRD)	Al3Zr (D023) or as specified
Purity (Metallic Basis)	≥ 99.5%
Zirconium (Zr) Content	40 - 50% (by ICP-OES)
Aluminum (Al) Content	50 - 60% (by ICP-OES)
Oxygen (O) Content	≤ 0.5%
Particle Size (D50)	1 - 45 µm (or as customized)
Tap Density	Contact for details

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