Description

Vanadium Aluminum Carbide Powder (V2AlC) is a MAX phase ternary carbide material known for its unique combination of ceramic and metallic properties. This advanced material is critical for developing high-performance components that require exceptional thermal stability, electrical conductivity, and mechanical strength. It is primarily sought by industries focused on next-generation materials for aerospace, energy, and high-temperature structural applications.

Application

• High-Temperature Structural Components: Used in aerospace and turbine engines for parts requiring oxidation resistance and thermal shock tolerance.
• Electrical Contacts & Electrodes: Serves as a durable, conductive material for electrical systems operating under harsh conditions.
• Reinforcement in Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs): Enhances the strength, stiffness, and wear resistance of aluminum or titanium alloys.
• Protective Coatings: Applied as a thin film or coating to protect substrates from extreme heat, corrosion, and wear.
• Research & Development: A key material for academic and industrial R&D in the fields of materials science, solid-state chemistry, and nanotechnology.
• Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing): Utilized as a feedstock powder for printing complex, high-performance parts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vanadium Aluminum Carbide Powder
CAS No.	12179-42-9
Molecular Formula	V2AlC
Molecular Weight	152.88 g/mol
Synonyms	V2AlC; Vanadium Aluminum Carbide; Aluminum Vanadium Carbide; 211 MAX Phase; Vanadium Aluminide Carbide; Ternary Carbide V2AlC; Vanadium Aluminum Carbon Alloy; Aluminum Vanadium Carbon Compound
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Vanadium Aluminum Carbide Powder is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. Key parameters such as phase purity, particle size distribution, and chemical composition are strictly monitored. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each 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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon) for long-term storage to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine Gray to Black Powder
Phase Purity (V2AlC)	≥ 95%
Particle Size (D50)	1 - 10 µm (Other sizes available)
Oxygen Content	≤ 1.0%
Nitrogen Content	≤ 0.5%
Metallic Impurities	≤ 0.5% (by ICP)
Bulk Density	Contact for details
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to V2AlC reference pattern

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