Description

Vanadium Silicide is an advanced inorganic compound with the chemical formula VSi₂, known for its exceptional thermal stability and metallic properties. This material is critical for enhancing the performance and durability of high-temperature alloys and specialized coatings. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the aerospace, metallurgical, and advanced ceramics industries seeking to improve material strength and oxidation resistance under extreme conditions.

Application

• High-Temperature Alloy Additive: Used as a strengthening agent in nickel-based and other superalloys for turbine blades and aerospace components.
• Wear-Resistant Coatings: A key component in thermal spray and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) coatings to protect surfaces from oxidation and abrasion.
• Integrated Circuit Fabrication: Employed in the semiconductor industry as a contact material or diffusion barrier in microelectronic devices.
• Refractory Material Production: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of advanced ceramics and refractory composites for furnace linings.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial labs for materials science research, particularly in studying intermetallic compounds and their properties.
• Catalyst Support: Functions as a substrate or promoter in certain heterogeneous catalytic processes for chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vanadium Silicide
CAS No.	12039-87-1
Molecular Formula	VSi₂
Molecular Weight	107.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Vanadium disilicide; Silicon vanadium alloy (VSi₂); Vanadium silicide (VSi₂); Vanadium(IV) silicide; EINECS 234-896-6
EINECS	234-896-6

Quality Control

Our Vanadium Silicide is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as metallic purity, particle size distribution, and oxygen content. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of advanced manufacturing and research applications.

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); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric humidity. Store away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Assay (VSi₂)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (customizable)
Metallic Vanadium (V)	≥ 47.5%
Oxygen Content	≤ 1.0%
Nitrogen Content	≤ 0.5%
Trace Metals (ICP)	As per customer requirement

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