Description

Rhenium Silicide (CAS NO 12038-66-3) is an advanced inorganic compound known for its exceptional thermal stability and electrical properties. This material is critical for high-performance applications where reliability under extreme conditions is paramount. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the semiconductor, aerospace, and advanced ceramics industries for use in specialized components and coatings.

Application

• As a high-temperature diffusion barrier and contact material in semiconductor devices and microelectronics.
• In the production of specialized thermoelectric elements for power generation and sensing applications.
• As a protective coating material for components exposed to extreme heat and corrosive environments in aerospace engineering.
• Utilized in advanced ceramic composites to enhance mechanical strength and thermal shock resistance.
• As a catalyst or catalyst support in specific high-temperature chemical synthesis processes.
• In research and development of new materials for energy conversion and storage systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhenium Silicide
CAS No.	12038-66-3
Molecular Formula	ReSi2
Molecular Weight	250.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Rhenium Disilicide; Disilanylidynerhenium; Rhenium(IV) Silicide; Silicon Rhenide; ReSi2; Rhenium Silicon Alloy
EINECS	234-877-1

Quality Control

Our Rhenium Silicide is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with technical grade specifications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis for purity, particle size distribution, and metallic impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for our global B2B clients.

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 degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to ReSi2 structure
Assay (ReSi2)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (or as specified)
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	Contact for details
Oxygen Content	< 1.0%
Nitrogen Content	< 0.5%

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