Description

Iron Silicide (CAS NO 12022-95-6) is an important inorganic compound widely utilized in metallurgical and materials science applications. It serves as a critical alloying agent and precursor for advanced ceramics, offering enhanced hardness, thermal stability, and wear resistance. This material is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the steel, semiconductor, and abrasives industries seeking to improve material performance.

Application

• Steel and Ferroalloy Production: Used as a deoxidizer and alloying additive to enhance the strength and hardness of steel.
• Abrasive Materials: A key component in the manufacture of grinding wheels and cutting tools due to its extreme hardness.
• Semiconductor Industry: Acts as a source material for silicon in certain chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes and for creating silicide contacts.
• Refractory and Ceramic Composites: Incorporated into high-temperature ceramics and linings to improve thermal shock resistance and durability.
• Thermoelectric Materials: Investigated for use in thermoelectric devices for energy conversion due to its specific electrical properties.
• Powder Metallurgy: Employed in the production of sintered components and metal matrix composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iron Silicide
CAS No.	12022-95-6
Molecular Formula	FeSi (commonly, non-stoichiometric forms exist)
Molecular Weight	83.93 g/mol (for FeSi)
Synonyms	Ferrosilicon; Silicon Iron; Iron Monosilicide; FeSi Alloy; Ferro Silicon; Silicoferrite; Iron Silicon Alloy
EINECS	234-658-4

Quality Control

Our Iron Silicide is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industrial specifications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size distribution, and metallic impurity content. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of global supply chains.

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). Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. The product is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder or lumps
Assay (as FeSi)	≥ 95.0%
Silicon (Si) Content	30.0 - 35.0 %
Iron (Fe) Content	Balance
Particle Size (Custom)	-100 mesh, -325 mesh, or as required
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details

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