Description

Molybdenum Silicide CAS NO 12136-78-6 is an advanced inorganic compound known for its exceptional high-temperature stability and oxidation resistance. This material is critical for applications demanding superior thermal and mechanical performance in extreme environments. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the aerospace, energy, and high-performance ceramics industries.

Application

• High-Temperature Heating Elements: Used in industrial furnaces and kilns due to its excellent electrical conductivity and stability in air at temperatures up to 1700°C.
• Aerospace Thermal Protection Systems: A key component in oxidation-resistant coatings and composites for turbine blades and other hot-section components.
• Energy Generation: Employed in gas burners, ignition electrodes, and as a protective layer for components in combustion environments.
• Reinforcement for Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs): Enhances the fracture toughness and thermal shock resistance of advanced ceramic materials.
• Integrated Circuit Fabrication: Serves as a contact material and diffusion barrier in semiconductor devices.
• Industrial Wear Parts: Used in the formulation of hard, oxidation-resistant coatings for tools and machinery exposed to high heat and abrasion.

Basic Information

Product Name	Molybdenum Silicide
CAS No.	12136-78-6
Molecular Formula	MoSi2
Molecular Weight	152.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Molybdenum Disilicide; Silicide, Molybdenum; Molybdenum(IV) Silicide; Molybdenum Silicide (MoSi2); MoSi2; Molybdenum Silicide Powder; Kanthal Super
EINECS	235-231-8

Quality Control

Our Molybdenum Silicide is manufactured under stringent process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD), particle size analysis (PSA), and chemical assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size distribution, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to MoSi2 structure
Assay (MoSi2)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	1-10 µm (customizable)
Oxygen Content	≤ 1.0%
Metallic Impurities (Fe, Al, Ca)	≤ 0.5% total

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