Description

Chromium Carbide is a high-performance ceramic material known for its exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability. This compound is critical for enhancing the durability and service life of industrial components subjected to extreme abrasive and corrosive environments. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the metallurgical, aerospace, and tooling industries seeking to improve material performance.

Application

• Thermal Spray Coatings: A key component in powder blends for HVOF (High-Velocity Oxygen Fuel) and plasma spray coatings to protect against wear, corrosion, and oxidation.
• Hardfacing and Wear Parts: Used as a reinforcing phase in metal-matrix composites for mining equipment, extrusion screws, and pump components.
• Cutting and Grinding Tools: Incorporated into cermets and advanced tool materials to increase edge retention and cutting speed.
• Abrasion-Resistant Linings: Applied in the manufacturing of liners for cyclones, chutes, and hoppers in mineral processing.
• Aerospace Components: Used in coatings for turbine blades and other high-temperature engine parts.
• Research & Development: Serves as a precursor or additive in material science research for developing new alloys and ceramics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chromium Carbide
CAS No.	12075-40-0
Molecular Formula	Cr3C2 (most common), Cr7C3, Cr23C6
Molecular Weight	180.01 g/mol (for Cr3C2)
Synonyms	Chromium Carbide (Cr3C2); Chromium(IV) Carbide; Tricarbon Dichromium; Chromium Carbon Alloy; Hard Chromium Carbide; Abresist; Thermal Spray Grade Chromium Carbide; CrC
EINECS	235-160-2

Quality Control

Our Chromium Carbide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including particle size distribution (PSD), chemical composition via X-ray fluorescence (XRF), and phase purity by X-ray diffraction (XRD). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results are 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). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic). Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to gray-black powder
Assay (Cr3C2)	≥ 99.0%
Chromium (Cr) Content	≥ 86.0%
Carbon (C) Content	12.0 - 13.5%
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%
Particle Size (D50)	15 - 45 µm (Custom sizes available)
Phase Purity (XRD)	Primary Phase: Cr3C2
Bulk Density	~ 3.0 g/cm³

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